(Researching Social Psychology) 1st Edition
by Olivia Efthimiou (Editor), Scott T. Allison (Editor), Zeno E. Franco (Editor)
Offering a holistic take on an
emerging field, this edited collection examines how heroism manifests,
is appropriated, and is constructed in a broad range of settings and
from a variety of disciplines and perspectives. Psychologists,
educators, lawyers, researchers and cultural analysts consider how
heroism intersects with wellbeing, and how we still use―and even
abuse―heroism as a vehicle to thrive and prosper in the everyday and in
the face of the most unbearable situations. Highlighting some of the
most pressing issues in today’s world―including genocide, racism,
deceitful business practices, bystanderism, mental health, unethical
governance and the global refugee crisis―this book applies a critical
psychological perspective in synthesizing the social construction of
heroism and wellbeing, contributing to the development of global
wellbeing indicators and measures.
