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Psychosocial Theories of Human Behavior and Development

An Evolution of Big Ideas

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Psychosocial Theories of Human Behavior and Development

An Evolution of Big Ideas

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Psychosocial Theories of Human Behavior and Development: An Evolution of Big Ideas is about the major psychosocial theories of human development that were created in the 20th century, drawing from the diverse disciplines of developmental psychology, psychiatry, cognitive science, social psychology, sociology, ethology, and neuroscience. A central focus concerns the components of psychological and social development that motivate and influence human behavior over the lifespan. The evolution of the major ideas over time, their integration, and the ways in which their emergence was shaped by their mutual influences is emphasized throughout. Several integrative themes are used to provide linkages and contexts for the emergence of the theories, particularly the social influences on scientific discoveries, the integrative theoretical framework from the National Research Council, referred to as the transactional-ecological model, and an emphasis on the historical evolution of the sources of knowledge on which the theories were based. A major goal of the book is to teach, in addition to the major concepts of growth and development, the historical scientific and social processes by which these organizations of concepts came into being. This integrative discussion creates important opportunities for more critical analysis and synthesis of ideas.

Preface
Chapter 1: Social Science in Social Contexts
The Systematic Measurement of Social Reality
A Typology of Sources of Knowledge
Thomas Kuhn’s Theory of Paradigm Change
Social Constructions of Reality
Contemporary Efforts Toward Theory Integration: The Transactional-Ecological Model
Chapter 2: Freudian Psychoanalytic Theory
Consciousness, The Unconscious, and Defense
The Structural Model of Personality
Theory of Psychosexual Development
Applications to a Theory of Psychopathology
The Question of the Death Instinct
Later Modifications of Theories of Anxiety and Trauma
Discussion
Chapter 3: Psychoanalytic Revisionists
The Will Psychology of Otto Rank
The Individual Psychology of Alfred Alder
The Emergence of a More Explicit Ego Psychology: Heinz Hartmann
Object Relations Theories
Discussion
Chapter 4: Eriksonian Theory
The Epigenetic Stage Model of Psychosocial Development
Discussion
Chapter 5: Behaviorism: A Physiology of Learning
Foundation and Early Years: Watson’s Behavioral Manifesto
The Purposive Behaviorism of Edward Tolman
The Radical Behaviorism of B.F. Skinner
Social Group Behavior from the Behaviorist Perspective
Discussion
Chapter 6: Piagetian Theory
Early Years and Influences
Sensorimotor Challenges and Achievements
The Transition from the Sensorimotor Toward the Representational
Preoperatory Period
Concrete Operations, a Transition in Logico-Mathematical Capacities
Formal Thought
Discussion
Chapter 7: Social Psychological Theories
The Socio-Physiological Theories of George H. Mead
The Field Theory of Kurt Lewin
The Structural-Functional Theory of Social Organization of Talcott Parsons
The Dramaturgical Theory of Social Behavior of Erving Goffman
Chapter Discussion
Chapter 8: Humanistic Psychology
The Original Insights of Kurt Goldstein
The Emergence of the Third Force
Empirical Critique of the Developmental Significance of Self-Actualization
Neurobiology
Discussion
Chapter 9: Social Cognition
Perceptions of Others, Stereotypes, and Prejudices
Theory of Mind and Reflective Function
The Cognition of Emotion
Consciousness and Unconsciousness
Memory and Social Cognitive Functions
Self-Schemas
Conceptual Models of Cognition and Personality
The Nature of Motivations, Beginning with the Motive to Belong
Values
Moral Development
A Brief Sampling of the Neurobiology of Various Cognitive Processes
Discussion
Chapter 10: Social Ecological Theory
Bronfenbrenner’s Early Life and Foundations of the Theory
Biological Systems Level
Microsystems
Mesosystems
Exosystems
Macrosystems
Chronosystem Influences
Discussion
Chapter 11: Ethological Theories
The Pioneering Research of Konrad Lorenz
Attachment Theory
Affective Neuroscience
Social Dominance
Chapter Discussion
Chapter 12: Review and Reflections
The Question of Motivation
The Unique Significance of Original Vulnerability
Belonging and Tension
The Representational Realm of Experience and the Significance of Field Theory
Emotion as Basic Motivation and Driver of Maturation
The Integration of Field Theory and Affective Neuroscience
The Complementarity of Personal and Social Identities
The Liabilities of Intelligence and the Assertion of Social Power
Self-Representations and the Control of Space and Power
The Question of Will Revisited
References
Index
About the Author

Product details

Published	20 Aug 2024
Format	Paperback
Edition	1st
Extent	440
ISBN	9781538194355
Imprint	Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Illustrations	6 BW Illustrations, 8 Tables, 3 Textboxes
Dimensions	255 x 177 mm
Publisher	Bloomsbury Publishing

Psychosocial Theories of Human Behavior and Development focuses more specifically on psychosocial development than Green and Piel’s 2010 Theories of Human Development, but is equally expansive in the information it provides. This work makes a significant contribution to the field and will prove useful for graduate and advanced undergraduates in multiple human development disciplines. With a concise presentation and analysis of theory, this book provokes thoughtful, critical thinking about our psychosocial processes.

Arlene R. Lundquist, Utica University
Psychosocial Theories of Human Behavior and Development is an interesting examination of 20th century psychosocial theories of development that discusses the emergence of the theories, as well as their evolution. It provides a great snapshot of how social and historical contexts shape each theory over time. I am very enthusiastic about including historical context in discussions of theories on human behavior in the social environment. I really do think that is lacking in many textbooks I’ve seen and used. This approach will encourage more critical thinking about the application of these theories to the work we do in social sciences.

Marti L. Reese, Lewis-Clark State College
Psychosocial Theories of Human Behavior and Development is a dive into specific theories in human behavior in the social environment that have a unique presentation: a mix of quotes, historical information, and connection to current day. It provides insight into the historical foundation of theories and connects to current work.

Rachel M. Young, Mount Vernon Nazarene University
This book is a good introductory text of theoretical work in the interdisciplinary field of human development. The integration of theories is the most unique and important aspect of the book.

Heidi Kloos, University of Cincinnati