SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY: Theories and Applications

Title

SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY: Theories and Applications

Creator

Deb S.; Gireesan A.; Deb S.

Description

This book examines the concept of social psychology in today's context. It analyses the theoretical concepts of social psychology and their applicationto other fields. It further explores the discipline in a cultural, historical, and philosophical context with special emphasis on religion. The volume goes beyond individual focus and directs its attention to society as the centre of influence. It advocates for a symbiotic relationship between the concepts of social psychology and their implementation in a society transitioning from being value-oriented to commerce-oriented. The book also suggests ways in which social psychology can assist in dealing with issues plaguing today's world. This book will be useful to students of psychology, applied psychology, sociology, social work, public health, gender, and women studies. It will also be indispensable to professionals working in the field of paediatrics, forensic medicine, psychiatry, and law enforcement authorities like police and judiciary. 2024 Sibnath Deb, Anjali Gireesan, Pooja Prabhavalkar and Shayana Deb.

Source

Social Psychology: Theories and Applications, pp. 1-420.

Date

2023-01-01

Publisher

Taylor and Francis

Coverage

Deb S., Pondicherry University (A Central University), India; Gireesan A., Pondicherry University, India; Deb S., CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru, India

Rights

Restricted Access

Relation

ISBN: 978-100382472-5; 978-103252444-3

Format

Online

Language

English

Type

Book

Identifier

https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003460435

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