Self and Identity - The Basics

Self and Identity: The Basics is a jargon-free and accessible introduction that draws on key theories and ideas in Social Psychology to explore the ways that other people affect our thoughts, feelings, and behaviours.

List of contents

1. Defining the Self 2. The Self as a Social Relationship 3. The Self as a Social Identity 4. The Self as a Group Member 5. The Self and Intergroup Relations 6. The Self as a Communicator 7. The Self and Society Glossary Index

About the author

Megan E. Birney is an Associate Professor in Psychology in Education at the University of Birmingham, UK. Her research focuses on identity processes, engaged followership, toxic behaviours, communication, stigma, and conspiracy theories.

Summary

Self and Identity: The Basics is a jargon-free and accessible introduction that draws on key theories and ideas in Social Psychology to explore the ways that other people affect our thoughts, feelings, and behaviours.

Product details

• Authors: Megan E. Birney
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 12.06.2023
• EAN: 9780367223656
• ISBN: 978-0-367-22365-6
• No. of pages: 160
• Series: BASICS
• Subjects: Non-fiction book > Psychology, esoterics, spirituality, anthroposophy > Psychology: general, reference works; PSYCHOLOGY / Personality, PSYCHOLOGY / Social Psychology, PSYCHOLOGY / Movements / General, The self, ego, identity, personality, Psychology: the self, ego, identity, personality, Social, group or collective psychology, Psychological theory, systems, schools and viewpoints, Psychological theory & schools of thought