Psychological Perspectives on Politics

A remarkable combination of political and psychological insights. Designed to be a comprehensive overview of political psychology integrated within a descriptive mode of the political process, this volume offers a valuable review and analysis of psychological concepts, principles, and theories as they apply to the understanding of political behavior. Major areas of the political process are examined from a psychological perspective, including participation, socialization, leadership, persuasion, negotiation, force, and decision making. The book stresses the importance of considering individual and group political behavior within specific situations or environments. In addition, it illuminates concepts and issues with examples from cultures around the world.