Group Dynamics (Psychology) [Hardcover]

Donelson R. Forsyth (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 1990 | ISBN-10: 0534080103 | ISBN-13: 978-0534080105 | Edition: 2nd

In the Fourth Edition of his best-selling text, Forsyth combines an emphasis on research, empirical studies supporting theoretical understanding of groups, and case studies to illustrate the application of concepts to actual groups thus providing students with the most comprehensive treatment of groups available. Forsyth builds each chapter around a real-life case and draws on examples from a range of disciplines including psychology, law, education, sociology, and political science. Because he tightly weaves concepts and familiar ideas together, the text takes students beyond simple exposure to basic principles and research findings to a deeper understanding of each topic.

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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About the Author

Dr. Donelson R. Forsyth received his Ph.D. from the University of Florida in Social Psychology; his areas of focus include moral judgment, attribution, and group dynamics. He has authored over 80 chapters and articles, published in such journals as the "American Psychologist," "Journal of Personality and Social Psychology," "Social Psychology Quarterly," and "Journal of Research in Personality." He serves on numerous editorial boards and is the founding editor of GROUP DYNAMICS: THEORY, RESEARCH, AND PRACTICE. Dr. Forsyth teaches both graduate and undergraduate courses, and was the recipient of the Outstanding Lecturer Award from the College of Humanities and Sciences and the Outstanding Teacher at Virginia Commonwealth University. --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 596 pages
• Publisher: Thomson Brooks/Cole; 2nd edition (December 1990)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0534080103
• ISBN-13: 978-0534080105
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.8 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,220,841 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Don, a social psychologist, studies and writes about ethics, groups, and leadership. His recent research focuses on individual, group and cultural differences in degree of idealism and relativism. An authority on group dynamics -- whose text Group Dynamics is in its fifth edition -- he studies groups' reactions to success and failure and the interpersonal functions of groups, including small group decision making. He is currently on the faculty of the Jepson School faculty in 2005,and he served on the faculty of Virginia Commonwealth University as a Professor in the Department of Psychology with a joint appointment in sociology. At Richmond he holds the Leo K. and Gayle Thorsness Chair of Ethical Leadership. He received a Ph.D. degree from the University of Florida, and a BA degree from Florida State University.

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Textbook, November 23, 2006

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Mark Henri (Spokane, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Group Dynamics (Hardcover)

Intended as a college text, Forsyth explores all aspects of group dynamics in this one book. Writing is clear, examples are cited extensively and there are numerous tables and diagrams to help the reader absorb the material. It is not intended as light reading or as a practical guide to dealing with group conflict. Instead, it is an excellent and fairly comprehensive theoretical reference book.

20 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Forsyth discusses the basics of group theories., January 28, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Group Dynamics (Psychology) (Hardcover)

As can be expected in a field as broad as group theory, Forsyth does not explain in depth the various theories of group interactions, nor does he endorse any particular one as absolutely correct. He does, however, highlight the pertinent points of each theorist so that the reader can achieve a full appreciation for the work and experiments done in this field. The text is an excellent resource for students or curious readers new to the groups studies.

10 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Not an introductory book to read ...., April 7, 2001

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Lim Ti Leong "ti_leong" (Singapore) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Group Dynamics (Hardcover)

The book by Forsyth 'Group Dynamics' was written in a friendly, easy to understand style .... and it reflects research and applications in fields of I/O, Educational, Judiciary, Sports and Interpersonal settings .... group dynamics written in social and cognitive psych approach to groups....

What I especially like about this book is that it focuses specially on groups ..... as in social psych theories relating to groups (group decision making, cohesion, individuality-collectivity, environmental .,) ... including real-life case studies related to MNC's.