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The Wiley-Blackwell Handbook of Individual Differences

Author : Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic

Publisher : John Wiley & Sons

Page : 854 pages

File Size : 16,81 MB

Release : 2015-06-22

Category : Psychology

ISBN : 1119050308

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Book Description

The Wiley-Blackwell Handbook of Individual Differences provides a comprehensive, up-to-date overview of recent research, current perspectives, practical applications, and likely future developments in individual differences. Brings together the work of the top global researchers within the area of individual differences, including Philip L. Ackerman, Ian J. Deary, Ed Diener, Robert Hogan, Deniz S. Ones and Dean Keith Simonton Covers methodological, theoretical and paradigm changes in the area of individual differences Individual chapters cover core areas of individual differences including personality and intelligence, biological causes of individual differences, and creativity and emotional intelligence



Personality and Individual Differences

Author : Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic

Publisher : John Wiley & Sons

Page : 483 pages

File Size : 14,14 MB

Release : 2016-12-19

Category : Psychology

ISBN : 1118773039

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Book Description

Personality and Individual Differences is a state-of-the-art undergraduate textbook that covers the salient and recent literature on personality, intellectual ability, motivation and other individual differences such as creativity, emotional intelligence, leadership and vocational interests. This third edition has been completely revised and updated to include the most up-to-date and cutting-edge data and analysis. As well as introducing all topics related to individual differences, this book examines and discusses many important underlying issues, such as the psychodynamic approach to latent variables, validity, reliability and correlations between constructs. An essential textbook for first-time as well as more advanced students of the discipline, Personality and Individual Differences provides grounding in all major aspects of differential psychology.



The Wiley Blackwell Handbook of the Psychology of the Internet at Work

Author : Guido Hertel

Publisher : John Wiley & Sons

Page : 546 pages

File Size : 42,80 MB

Release : 2017-11-13

Category : Psychology

ISBN : 1119256143

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Book Description

This authoritative Wiley Blackwell Handbook in Organizational Psychology focuses on individual and organizational applications of Internet-enabled technologies within the workplace. The editors have drawn on their collective experience in collating thematically structured material from leading writers based in the US, Europe, and Asia Pacific. Coinciding with the growing international interest in the application of psychology to organizations, the work offers a unique depth of analysis from an explicitly psychological perspective. Each chapter includes a detailed literature review that offers academics, researchers, scientist-practitioners, and students an invaluable frame of reference. Coverage is built around competencies set forth by regulatory agencies including the APA and BPS, and includes E-Recruiting, E-Leadership, and E-Learning; virtual teams; cyberloafing; ergonomics of human-computer interaction at work; permanent accessibility and work-life balance; and trust in online environments.



The Wiley Blackwell Handbook of the Psychology of Occupational Safety and Workplace Health

Author : Sharon Clarke

Publisher : John Wiley & Sons

Page : 560 pages

File Size : 46,17 MB

Release : 2015-12-02

Category : Psychology

ISBN : 1118978986

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A Wiley Blackwell Handbook of Organizational Psychology focusing on occupational safety and workplace health. The editors draw on their collective experience to present thematically structured material from leading thinkers and practitioners in the USA, Europe, and Asia Pacific Provides comprehensive coverage of the major contributions that psychology can make toward the improvement of workplace safety and employee health Equips those who need it most with cutting-edge research on key topics including wellbeing, safety culture, safety leadership, stress, bullying, workplace health promotion and proactivity



The Wiley Blackwell Handbook of the Psychology of Recruitment, Selection and Employee Retention

Author : Harold W. Goldstein

Publisher : John Wiley & Sons

Page : 871 pages

File Size : 13,4 MB

Release : 2017-05-05

Category : Psychology

ISBN : 1118972600

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Book Description

An unmatched collection of resources perfect for psychologists, scholars, and HR practitioners In The Wiley Blackwell Handbook of the Psychology of Recruitment, Selection and Employee Retention, an expert team of authors presents a comprehensive and authoritative perspective on critical issues in employee recruitment, selection, and retention. Every chapter offers an in-depth review of the most recent literature and provides academics, researchers, industry practitioners, and students with a holistic reference to relevant data and theory. The book includes job analyses, biodata, simulation exercises, talent management guides, talent assessment guides for leadership development, and online employee selection strategies.



Blackwell Handbook of Childhood Cognitive Development

Author : Usha Goswami

Publisher : John Wiley & Sons

Page : 776 pages

File Size : 44,90 MB

Release : 2008-04-15

Category : Psychology

ISBN : 1405142987

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Book Description

This definitive volume provides state-of-the-art summaries of current research by leading specialists in different areas of cognitive development. Forms part of a series of four Blackwell Handbooks in Developmental Psychology spanning infancy to adulthood. Covers all the major topics in research and theory about childhood cognitive development. Synthesizes the latest research findings in an accessible manner. Includes chapters on abnormal cognitive development and theoretical perspectives, as well as basic research topics. Now available in full text online via xreferplus, the award-winning reference library on the web from xrefer. For more information, visit www.xreferplus.com



Blackwell Handbook of Social Psychology

Author : Abraham Tesser

Publisher : John Wiley & Sons

Page : 704 pages

File Size : 17,93 MB

Release : 2008-04-15

Category : Psychology

ISBN : 0470998504

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Book Description

This volume on intraindividual processes is one of a set of four handbooks in the social psychology field and covers social cognition, attitudes, and attribution theory. Includes contributions by academics and other experts from around the world to ensure a truly international perspective. Provides a comprehensive overview of classic and current research and likely future trends. Fully referenced chapters and bibliographies allow easy access to further study. Now available in full text online via xreferplus, the award-winning reference library on the web from xrefer. For more information, visit www.xreferplus.com



Handbook of Personality and Self-Regulation

Author : Rick H. Hoyle

Publisher : John Wiley & Sons

Page : 721 pages

File Size : 20,12 MB

Release : 2013-10-02

Category : Psychology

ISBN : 1118808649

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Book Description

The Handbook of Personality and Self-Regulation integrates scholarly research on self-regulation in the personality, developmental, and social psychology traditions for a broad audience of social and behavioral scientists interested in the processes by which people control, or fail to control, their own behavior. Examines self-regulation as it influences and is influenced by basic personality processes in normal adults Offers 21 original contributions from an internationally respected group of scholars in the fields of personality and self-regulation Explores the causes and consequences of inadequate self-regulation and the means by which self-regulation might be improved Integrates empirical findings on basic personality traits with findings inspired by emerging models of self-regulation Provides a comprehensive, up-to-date, and stimulating view of the field for students and researchers in a wide range of disciplines



The Wiley Handbook of Entrepreneurship

Author : Gorkan Ahmetoglu

Publisher : John Wiley & Sons

Page : 609 pages

File Size : 45,5 MB

Release : 2017-07-13

Category : Psychology

ISBN : 1118970721

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Book Description

Written by leading scholars, The Wiley Handbook of Entrepreneurship provides a distinctive overview of methodological, theoretical and paradigm changes in the area of entrepreneurship research. It is divided into four parts covering history and theory, individual differences and creativity, organizational aspects of innovation including intrapreneurship, and macroeconomic aspects such as social entrepreneurship and entrepreneurship in developing countries. The result is a must-have resource for seasoned researchers and newcomers alike, as well as practitioners and advanced students of business, entrepreneurship, and social and organizational psychology.



The Wiley-Blackwell Handbook of Couples and Family Relationships

Author : Patricia Noller

Publisher : John Wiley & Sons

Page : 516 pages

File Size : 36,28 MB

Release : 2012-02-20

Category : Psychology

ISBN : 1444334506

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The Wiley-Blackwell Handbook of Couples and Family Relationships presents original articles from leading experts that link research, policy, and practice together to reflect the most current knowledge of contemporary relationships. Offers interesting new perspectives on a range of relationship issues facing twenty-first century Western society Helps those who work with couples and families facing with relationship issues Includes practical suggestions for dealing with relationship problems Explores diverse issues, including family structure versus functioning; attachment theory; divorce and family breakdown; communication and conflict; self regulation, partner regulation, and behavior change; care-giving and parenting; relationship education; and therapy and policy implications