The Encyclopedia of Peace Psychology

ISBN-13: 9781405196444 / Angielski / Twarda / 2011 / 1376 str.

Opis

The Encyclopedia of Peace Psychology, available online through Wiley Online Library or as a three-volume print set, is a state-of-the-art resource featuring almost 300 entries contributed by leading international scholars that examine the psychological dimensions of peace and conflict studies.§First reference work to focus exclusively on psychological analyses and perspectives on peace and conflict§Cross-disciplinary, linking psychology to other social science disciplines§Includes nearly 300 entries written and edited by leading scholars in the field from around the world§Examines key concepts, theories, methods, issues, and practices that are defining this growing field in the 21st century§Includes timely topics such as genocide, hate crimes, torture, terrorism, racism, child abuse, and more§A valuable reference for psychologists, and scholars, students, and practitioners in peace and conflict studies

Recenzje

"When I look at some of the other reference books thatcome to Reference Reviews, with their double alphabeticalsequences, inadequate cross-referencing, no thought given to achoice of sought terms for headings, no indexes, no mention ofuseful web resources, etc., I am really impressed with the designof this book. " ( Reference Reviews , 1 December2012)

"Summing Up: Essential. Libraries supportingprograms in peace psychology. Optional. Other librariessupporting upper-level undergraduates and above. ( Choice , 1 July 2012)

Spis treści

Topics CoveredActivismAggressionBiological perspectiveChildrenCivil societyCognitionConflictConflict managementContact theoryCopingCritical perspectiveCultureDecision-makingDrama theoryDynamical systems theoryEducationEmotionEmpathyEthicsForgivenessGenderGlobal issuesGroup processesHuman rightsIdeologyIndigenous peacemakingInfluence processesIntergroup relationsInternational relationsIntervention methodsLevels of analysisLiberation psychologyMediaMilitaryMoralNonviolenceObediencePeace psychologyPeace studiesPersonalityPolitical psychologyPositioning theoryPrejudiceReconciliationRefugeesResearch methodsResilienceSocial identity theorySocial justiceSocial psychologySocial representationsSpiritualityStereotypeTerrorismThreatTraumaViolence

O autorze

Daniel Christie is Professor Emeritus of Psychology at The Ohio State University and Fulbright Specialist in Peace and Conflict Studies. He is co-editor of Peace , Conflict, and Violence: Peace Psychology for the 21st Century (2001), and series editor of The Peace Psychology Book Series . Christie has worked to define, advance, and position peace psychology as a foundational discipline for programs in peace and conflict studies around the world, and has served as President of the Peace Psychology Division of the American Psychological Association.