Intergroup Relations

by Stephan, Walter G.; Stephan, Cookie White

• ISBN13: 9780813330464
• ISBN10: 0813330467
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 1996-04-01
• Publisher: Westview Pr

Summary

This social psychological analysis of intergroup relations is designed to combat biases and preconceptions by revealing the effects of self-perceptions and attitudes on those who are members of social groups. Stephan and Stephan suggest ways of reducing prejudices and improving intergroup relations. Their text is appropriate for students of social psychology, sociology, communications, and counseling.

Table of Contents

Preface	p. ix
Stereotypes	p. 1
Summary	p. 30
Theories of Prejudice	p. 33
The Contact Hypothesis in Intergroup Relations	p. 61
Summary	p. 86
Social Identity, Self-Categorization, and Intergroup Attitudes	p. 89
Summary	p. 111
Intercultural Relations	p. 115
Summary	p. 138
Intergroup Conflict and Its Resolution	p. 141
Summary	p. 169
References	p. 173
Index	p. 211
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