Social Psychology (Critical Thinking in Psychology)

Social Psychology (Critical Thinking in Psychology)

by JaneCallaghan (Author), Lisa Lazard (Author)

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This introductory social psychology text addresses the core knowledge domains of the subject, with key chapters on understanding identities, attribution theory, attitudinal research, social influence, racism and prejudice, class and exclusions, methodologies of social psychology and discursive psychology. It provides concise and focused coverage of the central concepts, research and debates in this key area, while developing students' higher level skills.

Activities help readers build the underpinning generic critical thinking and transferable skills they need in order to become independent learners, and to meet the relevant requirements of their programme of study.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 272
Edition: 1
Publisher: Learning Matters
Published: 01 Aug 2011

ISBN 10: 0857252801
ISBN 13: 9780857252807

Author Bio
Dr Jane Callaghan is a senior lecturer in critical developmental psychology, qualitative research, and the study of mental health. A South African trained psychologist, she has published in the areas of domestic violence, political identities, professionalization, race, class and gender. Dr Lisa Lazard is a senior lecturer in critical social psychology at the University of Northampton. She has written extensively in the area of sexual violence and harassment and is an expert in qualitative research methodologies (particularly IPA, Q methodology and discursive approaches).