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Who Should Use This Book?

• Undergraduates in social psych, communication, or marketing.
• Instructors wanting a theme that students remember.
• Self-learners – The goal framework makes intuitive sense for everyday life.

Updated Research: Covers contemporary issues such as the impact of technology, sexual harassment in online gaming, and the psychological links in mass violence. Access and Free Links

Full Review: Social Psychology: Goals in Interaction (7th Edition)

Authors: Douglas Kenrick, Steven L. Neuberg, Robert B. Cialdini
Edition: 7th (latest as of 2023–2024)
Publisher: Pearson

The 7th edition brings the science up to date with modern challenges. It includes expanded research on:

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Moving Beyond "Just the Facts"

Most introductory psychology textbooks are encyclopedias. They list phenomena: "This is the bystander effect," "This is cognitive dissonance." While informative, this approach often fails to connect the dots.