social psychology

An investigation into the origins of morality, which turns out to be the basis for religion and politics. The book explains the American culture wars and refutes the "New Atheists.".

"The African philosophy of Ubuntu embraces the belief that we are universally connected to each other. Richards suggests it could transform the way we treat others, making us kinder and more respectful to others, on and off the job. He believes that the illusion that we are more different than similar is eroding our ability to truly live a productive and satisfying life. Discover how this simple concept could change our own behavior--and the world around us"--OCLC.

"When little Frog loses his home, Mouse decides they'll build a new one together. Soon all the forest animals join in to build a home where everyone can be safe and warm"--Provided by publisher.

"First Amendment expert Greg Lukianoff and social psychologist Jonathan Haidt show how the new problems on campus have their origins in three terrible ideas that have become increasingly woven into American childhood and education: What doesn't kill you makes you weaker; always trust your feelings; and life is a battle between good people and evil people. These three Great Untruths contradict basic psychological principles about well-being and ancient wisdom from many cultures"--Provided by publisher.

Provides scientific information about thirty-six of the most common fears, covering spiders, sharks, aliens, volcanoes, public speaking, lightning, flesh-eating bacteria, and other scary topics.

An introduction to racism and how to fight it.

"A memoir of one young man's coming of age on a cross-country trek, told through the stories of the people of all ages, races, and inclinations he meets along the highways of America"--Amazon.com.

Explores the phenomenom of social contagion by examining the conditions under which five Palo Alto, California, high school students died by suicide in a six month period by stepping in front of an oncoming train; unlocks the mystery of how ideas spread and why they take hold; and offers thoughts on our responsibility to one another.

Presents opposing arguments on the topic of public shaming as discipline. Discusses shaming in the digital age, shaming children, the media's relationship to public shaming, and public shaming as criminal punishment. Includes an index, list of relevant organizations, and resources for further information and discussion.