Why We Misbehave

By Samuel D. Schmalhausen

Book Overview

Why We Misbehave by Samuel D. Schmalhausen is a book that explores the reasons behind human misbehavior. The author delves into the psychological and social factors that contribute to people's tendency to act out, break rules, and engage in risky behavior. He examines the role of emotions, personality traits, and environmental influences in shaping our behavior. The book also explores the impact of culture, family dynamics, and peer pressure on our actions. Through case studies and real-life examples, Schmalhausen provides insights into why we misbehave and offers practical strategies to help individuals and society prevent and address misbehavior. This book is a valuable resource for psychologists, educators, parents, and anyone interested in understanding human behavior.1928. Contents: Part One. Psychology and Life; Sex Among the Moderns; The Freudian Emphasis on Sex; The Role of Inferiority in Human Behavior; Psychiatry to the Rescue; Is Prostitution Petering Out?; and Problems of the Sexes. Contents: Part Two. Human Nature in the Making; The Science of Reeducation; Mental Hygiene: The Quintessence of the New Psychology; A Psycho-Sexual Inventory; The Problem of Childhood; The New Educational Psychiatry; and The Psychoneurotic Situation in our Colleges.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: 1162632801
• ISBN13: 9781162632803
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.5" x 9.3"