Social Psychology (9th Edition)

Description:

Why do we conform? What drives prejudice? How do we fall in love? Social Psychology (9th Edition) explores these questions using a rigorous scientific approach combined with real-world examples. This edition is famous for its “Social Psychology Alive” sections and its focus on how the field applies to law, business, and health. It’s an essential read for anyone looking to understand the complex dynamics of human social influence.

Why the 9th Edition is a Student Favorite:

• Diverse Perspectives: Features extensive coverage of cultural and biological influences on social behavior.

• Hardcover Durability: This is the robust hardcover version, built to withstand a full degree’s worth of study and transport.

• Applied Science: Dedicated chapters on how social psychology plays out in the courtroom (Jury behavior) and the workplace (Leadership).

• Engaging Content: Includes “True or False” quizzes and critical thinking questions that make studying for exams much more interactive.

Key Topics Covered:

• The Social Self: How we perceive ourselves and present ourselves to the world.

• Social Perception: How we form impressions of others and make attributions.

• Social Influence: The power of conformity, compliance, and obedience (including Milgram’s studies).

• Social Relations: The science of attraction, close relationships, and prosocial behavior (altruism).

• Group Processes: Understanding deindividuation, groupthink, and social loafing.

Key Specifications:

• ISBN-13: 9781133957751

• Authors: Saul Kassin, Steven Fein, and Hazel Rose Markus

• Publisher: Cengage Learning

• Edition: 9th Edition

• Format: Hardcover

• Condition: Good Condition