Self-Esteem |
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| Editor:
| Zeigler-Hill, Virgil |
| ISBN: | 978-1-84872-098-5 |
| Publication Date: | Apr 2013 |
| Publisher: | Taylor & Francis Group
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| Imprint: | Psychology Press |
| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $160.00 |
Book Description:
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In this edited collection a distinguished set of contributors present a broad overview of psychological research on self-esteem. Each chapter is written by leading experts in the field, and surveys current research on a particular issue concerning self-esteem. Together, the chapters provide a comprehensive overview of one of the most popular topics in psychology.
Each chapter presents an in-depth review of particular issues concerning self-esteem, such as the connection that...
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In this edited collection a distinguished set of contributors present a broad overview of psychological research on self-esteem. Each chapter is written by leading experts in the field, and surveys current research on a particular issue concerning self-esteem. Together, the chapters provide a comprehensive overview of one of the most popular topics in psychology.
Each chapter presents an in-depth review of particular issues concerning self-esteem, such as the connection that self-esteem has with the self-concept and psychological adjustment. A number of further topics are covered in the book, including:
- How individuals pursue self-esteem
- The developmental changes in feelings of self-worth over the life span.
- The existence of multiple forms of high self-esteem
- The role that self-esteem plays as an interpersonal signal
- The protective properties associated with the possession of high self-esteem
This collection of state-of-the-art reviews of key areas of the psychological literature on self-esteem will be of great interest to researchers, and academics, and also to graduate and advanced undergraduate students of social psychology.