Applied Psychology : New Frontiers and Rewarding Careers

by Donaldson, Stewart I.; Berger, Dale E.; Pezdek, Kathy

• ISBN13: 9780805853483
• ISBN10: 0805853480
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2006-02-15
• Publisher: Lawrence Erlbau

Summary

Applied Psychologydemonstrates the power of applied psychology to promote human welfare and optimal human functioning as well as the vast career opportunities that exist for those with a psychology education. Some of the most eminent psychologists in the world today examine how psychological science is and can be used to prevent and ameliorate pressing human problems to promote positive social change. Part one provides an overview of the history and rise of applied psychology. The second part provides examples of how psychological science has been, and can be used, to prevent and ameliorate human problems. Part three presents examples of cutting-edge research in applied psychology, while exploring non-traditional career opportunities. The contributors provide evidence for the range of career opportunities, discuss skill and educational requirements, and explore the quality of work life in a wide range of areas within psychology. Advice on what it takes to prepare for a rewarding career in applied psychology is also provided. Intended as a supplement for courses in introductory or applied psychology, contemporary issues, professional development, social and organizational psychology, this book will also be a valued addition to campus career centers. Psychologists considering new career options will also appreciate this volume.

Author Biography

Stewart I. Donaldson is Professor and Chair of Psychology, and Dean of the School of Behavioral and Organizational Sciences at Claremont Graduate University. He continues to develop and lead one of the most extensive and rigorous applied psychology graduate programs in the world.
Dale E. Berger is a Professor of Psychology at Claremont Graduate University and specializes in applied psychology research methods and data analysis. He was the President of the Western Psychological Association in 2002-2003.
Kathy Pezdek is a Professor of Psychology and Director of the Ph.D. program in Applied Cognitive Psychology at Claremont Graduate University. She is a cognitive psychologist specializing in the study of visual memory, and frequently testifies as an expert witness in the area of eyewitness identification.

Table of Contents

Preface	xi
PART I: INTRODUCTION
The Rise and Promise of Applied Psychology in the 21st Century	3	(24)
Stewart I. Donaldson
Dale E. Berger
PART II: FOUNDATIONS AND FRONTIERS IN APPLIED PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE
Does Psychology Make a Significant Difference in Our Lives?	27	(26)
Philip G. Zimbardo
Going Global With Social Cognitive Theory: From Prospect to Paydirt	53	(28)
Albert Bandura
Using Psychological Science to Achieve Ecological Sustainability	81	(26)
Stuart Oskamp
P. Wesley Schultz
Applying Psychological Research on Interpersonal Expectations and Covert Communication in Classrooms, Clinics, Corporations, and Courtrooms	107	(12)
Robert Rosenthal
Research to Address Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Mental Health: Some Lessons Learned	119	(16)
Stanley Sue
Applying Developmental Psychology to Bridge Cultures in the Classroom	135	(18)
Patricia M. Greenfield
Applying the Science of Psychology to a Public That Distrusts Science	153	(18)
Sherylle J. Tan
Diane F. Halpern
PART III: REWARDING CAREERS APPLYING PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE
Psychologists in the Forensic World	171	(30)
Deborah Davis
Elizabeth F. Loftus
Applying Psychology to Promote Health	201	(20)
Howard S. Friedman
Cognitive Psychology: Applications and Careers	221	(22)
Kathy Pezdek
Kenneth A. Deffenbacher
Shirley Lam
Robert R. Hoffman
Emerging Career Opportunities in the Transdiscipline of Evaluation Science	243	(18)
Stewart I. Donaldson
Christina A. Christie
Social Psychology: Applications and Careers	261	(16)
William D. Crano
Rewarding Careers Applying Positive Psychological Science to Improve Quality of Work Life and Organizational Effectiveness	277	(20)
Stewart I. Donaldson
Michelle C. Bligh
Preparing for a Rewarding Career Applying the Science of Psychology	297	(22)
Dale E. Berger
About the Contributors	319	(10)
Author Index	329	(12)
Subject Index	341