Britain A. Scott, Christie M. Manning, Elise L. Amel

Broschiertes Buch

Psychology for Sustainability

Beschreibung

Now in its sixth edition and more crucial than ever, Psychology for Sustainability applies psychological science to environmental problems that manifest when human behavior disrupts and degrades natural systems. Drawing on environmental psychology, ecopsychology, conservation psychology, and related disciplines, the authors provide an extensive review of relevant theory and research in a lively and easy-to-read style. The book is organised into four parts that follow (1) the history of psychology as a sustainability science and our current ecological crisis, (2) research methods, theory and findings pertinent to understanding and shifting unsustainable behavior, (3) the reciprocal relationship between planetary and human health, and (4) key takeaways for how to apply psychology in the world to promote both personal and systemic change. Key features of the new edition include · Pedagogical features to enhance comprehension and reflection · A renewed focus on positive action · Up-to-date treatment of burgeoning research and global ecological, political and social developments. The text is carefully tailored to the length of a standard academic semester and is essential reading for courses on sustainability across disciplines. It will be invaluable to people outside academia as well, including policymakers, legislators, and those working on sustainable communities.

Autor

Elise L. Amel is a professor of psychology at the University of St. Thomas, where she has been a faculty member since 1997. She earned her PhD in industrial-organizational psychology from Purdue University. Elise is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association and former president of SEPCP/Division 34. At St. Thomas she has worn many hats including inaugural chair of the Department of Earth, Environment, and Society; and co-founder and faculty director of the St. Thomas Office of Sustainability Initiatives. Christie M. Manning is a faculty member in environmental studies at Macalester College. She earned her PhD in cognitive and biological psychology from the University of Minnesota. In addition to her academic roles, Christie is an activist working with local climate justice groups to fight for a just and livable future. Britain A. Scott is a professor of psychology at the University of St. Thomas, where she has been on the faculty since 1996. She earned her PhD in social psychology at the University of Minnesota. Britain is a former president of the Society for Environmental, Population, and Conservation Psychology (SEPCP/Division 34 of the American Psychological Association) and is a co-creator of Teaching Psychology for Sustainability at www.teachgreenpsych.com.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd
• 6. Auflage
• Seitenzahl: 488
• Erscheinungstermin: 3. April 2026
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 254mm x 178mm
• ISBN-13: 9781032873275
• ISBN-10: 1032873272
• Artikelnr.: 75422256