The Psychology of Diversity: Beyond Prejudice and Racism

The Psychology of Diversity presents a captivating social–psychological study of diversity, the obstacles confronting it, and the benefits it provides. Goes beyond prejudice and discrimination to discuss the personal and social implications of diversity for both majority and minority group members Considers how historical, political, economic, and societal factors shape the way people think about and respond to diversity Explains why discrimination leads to bias at all levels in society – interpersonal, institutional, cultural, and social Describes proven techniques for improving intergroup relations Examines the brain?s impact on bias in clear terms for students with little or no background in neuroscience Includes helpful study tools throughout the text as well as an online instructor’s manual   INDICE: Contents vii Preface xv Dedication xviii Acknowledgments xix Part One Framing Diversity 1 Chapter 1 The Psychology of Diversity: Challenges and Benefits 3 Chapter 2 Central Concepts in the Psychology of Diversity 27 Chapter 3 Historical Perspectives on Diversity in the United States 55 Part Two Psychological Processes 87 Chapter 4 Personality and Individual Differences: How Different Types of People Respond to Diversity in Different Ways 89 Chapter 5 Social Cognition and Categorization: Distinguishing “Us” from “Them” 117 Chapter 6 Social Identity, Roles, and Relations: Motivational Influences in Responses to Diversity 147 Chapter 7 Is Bias in the Brain? 173 Chapter 8 Coping and Adapting to Stigma and Difference 205 Chapter 9 Intergroup Interactions: Pitfalls and Promises 239 Part Three Culture, Power, and Institutions 263 Chapter 10 Cultural Diversity: Preferences, Meaning, and Difference 265 Chapter 11 Social Roles and Power in a Diverse Society 299 Chapter 12 The Challenge of Diversity for Institutions 327 Chapter 13 The Psychology of Diversity: Principles and Prospects 355 Glossary 377 Index 401

• ISBN: 978-1-4051-6214-2
• Editorial: Wiley–Blackwell
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Páginas: 428
• Fecha Publicación: 23/08/2013
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés