Description |
xxix, 217 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm |
Contents |
Moving into new environments : the perspective of people belonging to non-dominant cultural groups -- Receiving immigrants, perceiving the other : reactions of people belonging to dominant cultural groups -- Living together in culturally diverse societies -- Towards cultural diversity : representations, identity, and social influence |
Summary |
"The book focuses on the social psychological processes involved in multicultural societies, especially migration and ethnic relations. It discusses how immigrants and members of minorities deal with acculturation issues, what is the reaction of the receiving societies, and what are the consequences of migration for intergroup relations and societal cohesion. These issues are examined through the presentation of research concerning identity, intergroup relations, social influence, and social representations. In addition, the book addresses issues of citizenship and multiculturalism in relation to the nation-state, European integration, and the North American and Australian experiences. Text panels are included to present key concepts and important research findings, while 20 theoretical snapshots summarize classic and current social psychological theories. This user-friendly book also contains chapter summaries, lists of key words, and suggestions for further reading."--BOOK JACKET |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 181-208) and index |
Subject |
Multiculturalism -- Psychological aspects.
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Cultural pluralism.
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Multiculturalism.
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LC no. |
2003007538 |
ISBN |
0631231226 (alk paper) |
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9780631231233 (paperback) |
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0631231234 (paperback) |
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