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This social psychology text, written by well-known sociologists, covers such topics as socialization, self, attitudes, communication, social influence, interpersonal attraction and relationships, behavior in small groups, life course, and personality and social structure. Key Feature This comprehensive introduction to social psychology text offers a strong balance between sociological and psychological material The only social psychology text on the market written by established sociologists Grounded in empirical research, this text integrates sociological concepts and theory throughout Table of Contents 1. Introduction to Social Psychology 2. Research Methods in Social Psychology 3. Self and Identity 4. Emotions 5. Social Perception and Cognition 6. Attitudes 7. Symbolic Communication and Language 8. Social Influence and Persuasion 9. Self-Presentation and Impression Management 10. Helping and Altruism 11. Aggression 12. Interpersonal Attraction and Relationships 13. Group Cohesion and Conformity 14. Group Structure and Performance 15. Intergroup Conflict 16. Life Course and Gender Roles 17. Social Structure and Personality 18. Deviant Behavior and Social Reaction 19. Collective Behavior and Social Movements 20. Socialization References Index