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The Psychology of Peace An Introduction
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Rachel M. MacNair
Book Code: B7856
ISBN: 0-275-97856-7
ISBN-13: 978-0-275-97856-3
256 pages
Praeger Paperback
Publication: 8/30/2003
List Price: $31.95 (UK Sterling Price: £18.95)
Availability: In Stock
Media Type: Paperback
Also Available: Hardcover
Trim Size: 6 1/8 x 9 1/4
Subjects: Reviews:
  • This accurately titled and well-written survey of peace psychology provides an excellent introduction for general readers or undergraduate students. In addition to an informed discussion of the psychological causes and effects of violence and nonviolence, MacNair provides a useful chronology of peace psychology, a list of references, and a detailed index....Attractive features of the book include its lack of jargon and its clear delineation of the various approaches to conflict from the interpersonal to the international level. Highly recommended. General readers and undergraduates.
    —Choice     April 2004
  • [M]acNair's organizational scheme for discussing peace psychology will serve as a model for subsequent attempts by other authors.
    —Peace and Conflict: Journal of Peace Psychology     2006
  • [P]rovides a well-written overview of the field suitable for introductory peace psychology classes and other courses in peace studies. It is also appropriate for the faith-based groups, adult education seminars, and other general audiences....In sum, this well-written introductory text....[p]rovides a comprehensive survey and useful chronology of the field of peace psychology.
    —University of Missouri Peace Studies Review     Spring 2005
Description: This volume addresses the causes and effects of violence, as well as the causes and effects of behaviors that counter or prevent violence. A brief overview of the central concepts of peace psychology is provided, in addition to study results and questions that still exist. The text includes practical guidance for policymakers, activists, researchers, and all readers who want to better understand this major aspect of the human condition. Intended primarily to support current thinking in the field, many points that are still matters of controversy are identified as such, with alternative views offered where appropriate. While graduate and undergraduate psychology students and scholars will appreciate the text, this book will also enlighten interested readers in the fields of sociology, theology, law, history, and political science.
Table of Contents:
  • Psychological Causes of Violence
  • Psychological Effects of Violence
  • Psychological Causes of Nonviolence
  • Psychological Effects of Nonviolence
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Nonviolent Struggle and Social Movements
  • Public Policy Issues of Violence
  • Gentle Lives and Culture
  • Chart of Sections of Most Interest to Other
  • Disciplines and Sub-disciplines of Psychology
  • Short Chronology
  • References
LC Card Number: 2002028307
LCC Class: JZ5538
Dewey Class: 303
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