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This book examines the concept of social psychology in today’s
context. It analyses the theoretical concepts of social psychology
and their application to other fields. It further explores the
discipline in a cultural, historical, and philosophical context
with special emphasis on religion. The volume goes beyond
individual focus and directs its attention to society as the centre
of influence. It advocates for a symbiotic relationship between the
concepts of social psychology and their implementation in a society
transitioning from being value-oriented to commerce-oriented. The
book also suggests ways in which social psychology can assist in
dealing with issues plaguing today’s world. This book will be
useful to the students of psychology, applied psychology,
sociology, social work, public health, gender, and women studies.
It will also be indispensable to professionals working in the field
of pediatrics, forensic medicine, psychiatry, law enforcement
authorities like police and judiciary.
This book focuses on the theoretical concepts of community
psychology, and its applications in day-to-day life. It discusses
the challenges that adversely affect the welfare and wellbeing of
common people and suggests community centric, evidence-based
measures to address them. Factors like new age lifestyles,
fast-paced development and an increase in occurrence of natural
calamities have been detrimental to the psychological wellbeing of
the community. This volume integrates the social, cultural,
economic, political, and environmental aspects of community
psychology to address community life-based issues which include
mental health stigma, social asymmetries, resource disparities,
disadvantaged minority groups, the differently abled, HIV/AIDS
patients, project affected people and disaster victims. Key
features of this book include: Dedicated intervention-based
chapters on mental health, physical health, differently abled
people, elderly, vulnerable children, HIV/AIDS patients, and people
affected by development projects and disasters. Focus on challenges
faced by students and school-based family counselling. Case Studies
and conceptual models for better understanding and application of
the subject. The volume will be a valuable resource to students,
researchers and teachers of Psychology, Social Work, Sociology,
Public Health, and Social Economics. It will also be an
indispensable read for social workers, NGOs, advocacy groups, and
policy makers working in the field of social upliftment.
This book examines the concept of social psychology in today’s
context. It analyses the theoretical concepts of social psychology
and their application to other fields. It further explores the
discipline in a cultural, historical, and philosophical context
with special emphasis on religion. The volume goes beyond
individual focus and directs its attention to society as the centre
of influence. It advocates for a symbiotic relationship between the
concepts of social psychology and their implementation in a society
transitioning from being value-oriented to commerce-oriented. The
book also suggests ways in which social psychology can assist in
dealing with issues plaguing today’s world. This book will be
useful to the students of psychology, applied psychology,
sociology, social work, public health, gender, and women studies.
It will also be indispensable to professionals working in the field
of pediatrics, forensic medicine, psychiatry, law enforcement
authorities like police and judiciary.
This book focuses on the theoretical concepts of community
psychology, and its applications in day-to-day life. It discusses
the challenges that adversely affect the welfare and wellbeing of
common people and suggests community centric, evidence-based
measures to address them. Factors like new age lifestyles,
fast-paced development and an increase in occurrence of natural
calamities have been detrimental to the psychological wellbeing of
the community. This volume integrates the social, cultural,
economic, political, and environmental aspects of community
psychology to address community life-based issues which include
mental health stigma, social asymmetries, resource disparities,
disadvantaged minority groups, the differently abled, HIV/AIDS
patients, project affected people and disaster victims. Key
features of this book include: Dedicated intervention-based
chapters on mental health, physical health, differently abled
people, elderly, vulnerable children, HIV/AIDS patients, and people
affected by development projects and disasters. Focus on challenges
faced by students and school-based family counselling. Case Studies
and conceptual models for better understanding and application of
the subject. The volume will be a valuable resource to students,
researchers and teachers of Psychology, Social Work, Sociology,
Public Health, and Social Economics. It will also be an
indispensable read for social workers, NGOs, advocacy groups, and
policy makers working in the field of social upliftment.
This handbook provides a comprehensive overview of youth
development, including theories and applications across different
countries, namely India, the UK, and Australia. It presents the
status of youth and their role in society, their education, and
their career perspectives. The focus is on developing youth's
internal abilities by providing a creative and supportive
environment through appropriate mentorship and encouragement. It
discusses a wide range of contemporary and relevant issues relating
to holistic career growth of youth, whereby youth work is
recognized as a profession. Academicians from various disciplinary
backgrounds offer conceptual and methodological perspectives.
Chapters into five themes focus on a balance between developing
stable, protective factors for mental health, and positive youth
development to ensure appropriate cognitive, social, emotional, and
behavioral skills needed to thrive in an evolving world. It
discusses the status of the youth in terms of digital competency,
engagement of youth in sports, teaching, political process, and
community development activities in the present and rapidly
altering world scenario. The book also discusses the role of
institution-based family counseling for healthy youth development.
Given its comprehensive coverage, the handbook is an essential
resource for a broad audience of youth researchers, practitioners
and policymakers of population sciences, childhood and youth
studies, development studies, and psychology.
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