Social Psychology

The Basics

von Daniel Frings

264 Seiten, Hardcover

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

This accessible book introduces the fundamental principles of social psychology, providing an overview of this fascinating area in a jargon-free guide. The second edition of Social Psychology: The Basics explores some of the most important questions we face in understanding ourselves as individuals and as part of a society. Discussing the theory and science behind our understanding of how people relate to others, this book explores how we understand ourselves and others, how we relate at individual and group levels, the key processes underpinning social influence, and how the discipline continues to evolve to face modern challenges. Fully revised in this second edition, the book includes greater focus on the application of social psychology in the real world and new sections on values, extremism, misinformation, and the impact of new technologies.Highlighting key issues, controversies, and applications, including case studies, questions, and biographies of important international figures in the discipline, this is an essential introduction for undergraduate students of psychology and anyone approaching social psychology for the first time.

• Reihe: The Basics
• Themen: Gesellschaft und Sozialwissenschaften Psychologie Sozialpsychologie
• ISBN: 9781041042693
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 26.10.2026
• Größe: 198 x 129 mm
• Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd