Social Psychology, 14th edition

Published by Pearson (July 14, 2021) © 2017

  • Nyla R. Branscombe University of Kansas
  • Robert A. Baron Oklahoma State University

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Table of contents

1. Social Psychology: The Science of the Social Side of Life
2. Social Cognition: How We Think About the Social World
3. Social Perception: Perceiving and Understanding Others
4. The Self: Answering the Question, "Who Am I?"
5. Attitudes: Evaluating and Responding to the Social World
6. Stereotyping, Prejudice, and Discrimination: The Causes, Effects, and Cures
7. Interpersonal Attraction and Close Relationships
8. Social Influence: Changing Others' Behavior
9. Prosocial Behavior: Helping Others
10. Aggression: Its Nature, Causes, and Control
11. Groups and Individuals: The Consequences of Belonging
12. Social Psychology: Overcoming Adversity and Achieving Happiness

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