Social Psychology, 8th edition

Published by Pearson (September 5, 2025) © 2025

  • Graham M. Vaughan University of Auckland
  • Michael A. Hogg Claremont Graduate University
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The 8th edition of this trusted text continues to place social psychology in an international, contemporary context while exploring cutting edge research and bringing classic theories to life for students in Australia and New Zealand.

Social Psychology retains the structure and approach of previous editions, and is framed by the same scientific and educational philosophy. With an improved narrative, this edition has been significantly rewritten for greater accessibility and contains updated real-world examples, figures, boxes and photos.

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Table of contents

  • 1 Introducing social psychology
  • 2 Social cognition and social thinking
  • 3 Attribution and social explanation
  • 4 Self and identity
  • 5 Attitudes
  • 6 Persuasion and attitude change
  • 7 Social influence
  • 8 People in groups
  • 9 Leadership and group decision making
  • 10 Prejudice and discrimination
  • 11 Intergroup behaviour
  • 12 Aggression
  • 13 Prosocial behaviour
  • 14 Attraction and close relationships
  • 15 Language and communication
  • 16 Culture

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