Applying Social Psychology
From Problems to Solutions
- Abraham P Buunk - University of Groningen, Netherlands
- Mark Van Vugt - VU University Amsterdam, Netherlands, The University of Kent, UK, University of Southampton, UK
Using the authors' own PATH model, the text presents a new methodology for applying primarily social psychological theory to a wide range of social problems.
With real-world case studies, end-of-chapter exercises and interviews with leading social psychologists, Applying Social Psychology guides students to define a problem, conduct a theory-based analysis, develop an explanatory model, set up and execute a research project to test the model, and develop an intervention.
Written in the same engaging and accessible way, this Second Edition offers:
- A new appendix with examples of PATH model applications
- An extended glossary
- Case studies from organizational, health, and environmental psychology
- Recent applied social psychology research
- More focus on applied evolutionary psychology
- Social network analysis and social media as research tools.
This is a highly practical text, which can be used by introductory and advanced level students who want to learn how to analyze practical problems and develop solutions based upon social psychological theory and research.
| Other Relevant Decisions |
| Applying Social Psychology: The PATH from Problem to Intervention |
| Problems with Applying Theories |
| Conclusion |
Very good read. Written in an approachable style. The end of chapters practical activities are great for students as they allow to demonstrate how psychological knowledge can be applied to everyday problems.
I recommended this book as a supplement to the basic social psychology introduction. The students are complaining about too much content in the main text book, so I did not made this a requirement or essential reading.
The book is written in an accessible style with many examples, which makes it more enjoyable to read and easier to understand.
Excellent all round introduction to social psychology written in an accessible style.
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