Understanding Cross-Cultural Psychology: Eastern and Western Perspectives

CHOICE MAGAZINE Outstanding Academic Title for 2007

This unique textbook eloquently introduces students to international perspectives on cross-cultural psychology (both Eastern and Western cultures), adopting a truly accessible narrative approach throughout. The main thrust of the book′s content is to discuss the framework of culture, family structure, health, and bereavement. Intercultural interaction--and all of their intersections--and consideration are also given to methodological and ethical research issues and their application to differing cultures.

Key Features:

• Addresses international research on cross-cultural psychology unlike other books that focus purely on Western perspectives
• A thoughtful yet provocative writing style that appropriately combines the narrative and the informative
• An array of vignettes, case studies, and other text features which will really bring the book to life for students

Understanding Cross-Cultural Psychology provides a solid and interesting foundation for any undergraduate student with an interest in the cross-cultural aspects of psychology.