Ostracism

Ostracism
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Publisher : Guilford Press
Total Pages : 304
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ISBN-10 : 1572308311
ISBN-13 : 9781572308312
Rating : 4/5 (11 Downloads)

Synopsis Ostracism by : Kipling D. Williams

Ostracism is among the most powerful means of social influence. From schoolroom time-outs or the "silent treatment" from a family member or friend, to governmental acts of banishment or exile, ostracism is practiced in many contexts, by individuals and groups. This lucidly written book provides a comprehensive examination of this pervasive phenomenon, exploring the short- and long-term consequences for targets as well as the functions served for those who exclude or ignore. Within a cogent theoretical framework, an exemplary research program is presented that makes use of such diverse methods as laboratory experiments, surveys, narrative accounts, interviews, Internet-based research, brief role-plays, and week-long simulations. The resulting data shed new light on how ostracism affects the individual's coping responses, self-esteem, and sense of belonging and control. Informative and timely, this book will be received with interest by researchers, practitioners, and students in a wide range of psychological disciplines.

Ostracism, Exclusion, and Rejection

Ostracism, Exclusion, and Rejection
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Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Total Pages : 311
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ISBN-10 : 9781315308463
ISBN-13 : 1315308460
Rating : 4/5 (63 Downloads)

Synopsis Ostracism, Exclusion, and Rejection by : Kipling D. Williams

Synthesizing a vast and diverse literature across the humanities and social sciences, this volume examines the impact of ostracism, exclusion, and rejection on individuals, relationships, groups, and societies. Its clear and comprehensive approach makes it suitable for use as a text on upper-level courses in and beyond social psychology.

Workplace Ostracism

Workplace Ostracism
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Publisher : Springer Nature
Total Pages : 310
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ISBN-10 : 9783030543792
ISBN-13 : 303054379X
Rating : 4/5 (92 Downloads)

Synopsis Workplace Ostracism by : Cong Liu

Workplace mistreatment is a burgeoning topic of interest, with the majority of workers having experienced it in some form. This book explores workplace ostracism and its negative effects on employee and organizational outcomes, such as employee attitudes, behaviors, and well-being. This edited volume defines workplace ostracism and examines how to differentiate ostracism from other type of workplace mistreatment, such as workplace incivility and interpersonal conflict. Among the questions it seeks to answer are: 1) what are the individual, relational, and contextual factors that influence employees’ workplace ostracism experiences; and 2) what constitutes ostracism in stigmatized populations, such as international students, immigrant workers, and older workers. Researchers in organizational behavior, I/O psychology, and the sociology of work will find this book to be a valuable resource.

Exile, Ostracism, and Democracy

Exile, Ostracism, and Democracy
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Publisher : Princeton University Press
Total Pages : 361
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ISBN-10 : 9781400826865
ISBN-13 : 1400826861
Rating : 4/5 (65 Downloads)

Synopsis Exile, Ostracism, and Democracy by : Sara Forsdyke

This book explores the cultural and political significance of ostracism in democratic Athens. In contrast to previous interpretations, Sara Forsdyke argues that ostracism was primarily a symbolic institution whose meaning for the Athenians was determined both by past experiences of exile and by its role as a context for the ongoing negotiation of democratic values. The first part of the book demonstrates the strong connection between exile and political power in archaic Greece. In Athens and elsewhere, elites seized power by expelling their rivals. Violent intra-elite conflict of this sort was a highly unstable form of "politics that was only temporarily checked by various attempts at elite self-regulation. A lasting solution to the problem of exile was found only in the late sixth century during a particularly intense series of violent expulsions. At this time, the Athenian people rose up and seized simultaneously control over decisions of exile and political power. The close connection between political power and the power of expulsion explains why ostracism was a central part of the democratic reforms. Forsdyke shows how ostracism functioned both as a symbol of democratic power and as a key term in the ideological justification of democratic rule. Crucial to the author's interpretation is the recognition that ostracism was both a remarkably mild form of exile and one that was infrequently used. By analyzing the representation of exile in Athenian imperial decrees, in the works of Herodotus, Thucydides, Plato, Aristotle, and in tragedy and oratory, Forsdyke shows how exile served as an important term in the debate about the best form of rule.

The Social Outcast

The Social Outcast
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Publisher : Psychology Press
Total Pages : 389
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ISBN-10 : 9781135423384
ISBN-13 : 1135423385
Rating : 4/5 (84 Downloads)

Synopsis The Social Outcast by : Kipling D. Williams

This book focuses on the ubiquitous and powerful effects of ostracism, social exclusion, rejection, and bullying. Human beings are an intrinsically gregarious species. Most of our evolutionary success is no doubt due to our highly developed ability to cooperate and interact with each other. It is thus not surprising that instances of interpersonal rejection and social exclusion would have an enormously detrimental impact on the individual. Until 10 years ago, however, social psychology regarded ostracism, rejection and social exclusion as merely outcomes to be avoided, but we knew very little about their antecedents and consequences, and about the processes involved when they occurred. Furthermore, the literatures of ostracism, social exclusion and rejection have not until now included discussions of the bullying literature.

Aversive Interpersonal Behaviors

Aversive Interpersonal Behaviors
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Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages : 253
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ISBN-10 : 9781475793543
ISBN-13 : 1475793545
Rating : 4/5 (43 Downloads)

Synopsis Aversive Interpersonal Behaviors by : Robin M. Kowalski

Aversive behaviors have greater influence on social interactions than is generally acknowledged, determining personal satisfaction, interpersonal attraction, choice of partners, and the course of relationships. What motivates aversive behaviors? To what extent do they obtain desired outcomes? In what ways are they unnecessary and destructive? How do other people respond, emotionally and behaviorally? These are just a few of the many interesting questions addressed by the 16 respected researchers who contribute to Aversive Interpersonal Behaviors. Nine chapters give this heretofore neglected subject the attention it is due, probing a dark side of interpersonal relationships to understand both its destructive and adaptive nature.

Coping with Minority Status

Coping with Minority Status
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Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Total Pages : 369
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ISBN-10 : 9780521854993
ISBN-13 : 0521854997
Rating : 4/5 (93 Downloads)

Synopsis Coping with Minority Status by : Fabrizio Butera

Society consists of numerous interconnected, interacting, and interdependent groups, which differ in power and status. The consequences of belonging to a higher-status "majority" versus a lower-status "minority" can be profound. To understand the origins of the problems caused by majority-minority tensions and develop solutions, it is necessary to understand the dynamics of majority-minority relations. This volume brings together leading scholars in the fields of stigma, prejudice and discrimination, minority influence, and intergroup relations to provide diverse theoretical and methodological perspectives on what it means to be a minority.

Current Directions in Ostracism, Social Exclusion and Rejection Research

Current Directions in Ostracism, Social Exclusion and Rejection Research
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 157
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ISBN-10 : 9781351255899
ISBN-13 : 1351255894
Rating : 4/5 (99 Downloads)

Synopsis Current Directions in Ostracism, Social Exclusion and Rejection Research by : Selma Rudert

This edited volume provides an up-to-date review of current research on ostracism, social exclusion, and rejection. The book shows why exclusion and rejection occur, how they affect the excluded individuals, and the consequences they might have for individuals and organizations. Ostracism, social exclusion, and rejection are common phenomena, both at the individual level, such as ostracism in the classroom or at the workplace, as well as on a societal or even global scale, such as immigration or asylum policies. Examining key concepts such as the long-term effects of ostracism, the developmental and cultural perspective on ostracism, and the detrimental impact that social exclusion may have on individuals and societies, the authors provide an up-to-date overview of the research field and present new conceptual models and methodological approaches. Featuring discussion of promising areas, novel pathways for research, and cutting-edge developments, this is the most comprehensive bringing-together of research on this topic. The book gives both a broad state-of-the-art overview of the field as well as discussing cutting-edge ideas and promising areas for future research; it is essential for students, researchers of social psychology, and policy makers interested in this field.

The Oxford Handbook of Social Influence

The Oxford Handbook of Social Influence
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Publisher : Oxford University Press
Total Pages : 497
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ISBN-10 : 9780199859870
ISBN-13 : 0199859876
Rating : 4/5 (70 Downloads)

Synopsis The Oxford Handbook of Social Influence by : Stephen G. Harkins

The Oxford Handbook of Social Influence restores this important field to its once preeminent position within social psychology. Editors Harkins, Williams, and Burger lead a team of leading scholars as they explore a variety of topics within social influence, seamlessly incorporating a range of analyses (including intrapersonal, interpersonal, and intragroup), and examine critical theories and the role of social influence in applied settings today.

Interpersonal Rejection

Interpersonal Rejection
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Publisher : Oxford University Press
Total Pages : 347
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ISBN-10 : 9780195130140
ISBN-13 : 0195130146
Rating : 4/5 (40 Downloads)

Synopsis Interpersonal Rejection by : Mark R. Leary

Interpersonal rejection ranks among the most potent and distressing events that people experience. Romantic rejection, ostracism, stigmatization, job termination, and other kinds of rejects have the power to compromise the quality of people's lives. As a result, people are highly motivated to avoid social rejection, and indeed, much of human behavior appears to be designed to avoid such experiences. Yet, despite the widespread effects of real, anticipated and even imagined rejections, psychologists have devoted only passing attention to the topic, and the research on rejection has been scattered throughout a number of psychological subspecialtie including social, clinical, developmental, and personality psychology. This volume brigns together contributors whose work is on the cutting edge of rejection research, providing a readable overview of recent advances in the field. In doing so, it not only provides a look at the current state of the area, but also helps to establish the topic of rejection as an identifiable area for future research.