Ostracism - The Power of Silence (Paperback)

Ostracism is among the most powerful means of social influence. From schoolroom time-outs or the silent treatment from a family member or friend, to governmental acts of banishment or exile, ostracism is practiced in many contexts, by individuals and groups. This lucidly written book provides a comprehensive examination of this pervasive phenomenon, exploring the short- and long-term consequences for targets as well as the functions served for those who exclude or ignore. Within a cogent theoretical framework, an exemplary research program is presented that makes use of such diverse methods as laboratory experiments, surveys, narrative accounts, interviews, Internet-based research, brief role-plays, and week-long simulations. The resulting data shed new light on how ostracism affects the individual's coping responses, self-esteem, and sense of belonging and control. Informative and timely, this book will be received with interest by researchers, practitioners, and students in a wide range of psychological disciplines.

General

Imprint:	Guilford Publications
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	Emotions and Social Behavior
Release date:	September 2002
First published:	July 2002
Authors:	Kipling D Williams
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 20mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	282
ISBN-13:	978-1-57230-831-2
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Psychology > Social, group or collective psychology Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Crime & criminology > Penology & punishment > General Promotions
LSN:	1-57230-831-1
Barcode:	9781572308312

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