The Psychology Of Conviction: A Study Of Beliefs And Attitudes

By Joseph Jastrow

Book Overview

The Psychology of Conviction: A Study of Beliefs and Attitudes is a book written by Joseph Jastrow, a renowned American psychologist. The book is an in-depth exploration of how beliefs and attitudes are formed and how they influence human behavior. Jastrow examines the psychological processes behind the formation of beliefs, including the role of perception, memory, and reasoning. He also delves into the role of social and cultural factors in shaping beliefs, such as the influence of family, peers, and media. The book also explores the impact of beliefs and attitudes on behavior, including how they can lead to prejudice, discrimination, and other forms of social injustice. Jastrow provides numerous examples and case studies to illustrate his points, making the book accessible to a wide range of readers. Overall, The Psychology of Conviction is a comprehensive and thought-provoking examination of the complex interplay between beliefs, attitudes, and human behavior. It is an essential read for anyone interested in psychology, sociology, or human behavior in general.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432640267
• ISBN13: 9781432640262
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 408 Pages
• Weight: 1.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"