Group Processes: Dynamics within and Between Groups Rupert Brown and Samuel Pehrson is an English-language study book about group dynamics. This reference work provides a comprehensive overview of theory and research, focusing on processes within and between groups.
The third, fully revised edition addresses essential topics such as group formation, norms, social influence, leadership, group aggression, prejudice, solidarity, and intergroup relations. New chapters highlight, among other things, groups’ contribution to health and well-being, group-based emotions, hierarchy, oppression, and intergroup help. In addition, themes such as social identity, social context, and social action have been integrated to provide insight into the influence of groups on the individual and collective change.
This book is suitable for professionals and students in psychology and social sciences who are looking for deeper insight into group processes and between groups. It includes up-to-date examples and visualizations to support theoretical concepts.
Subjects: Psychology, PSYCHOLOGY / General, Psychology: Professional & General.