The Psychology of Peace: Global Perspectives on Children and Adolescents

Psychology refers to the scientific study of behavior and mind. It includes the environmental factors, biological influences and social pressures that have an impact on the feelings, thinking and actions of humans. Peace psychology is a specialized field of study in psychology that aims to develop theory and practices that can be helpful in preventing conflict and violence. It also aims to reduce the various effects that conflict and violence might have on the society. Peace psychology is primarily focused on the development of viable strategies for promoting peace. It is also applied within the domain of peace education, which focuses on teaching children to live in harmony with other people as well as the world around them. This book is compiled in such a manner, that it will provide in-depth knowledge about the psychology of peace and its global perspectives on children and adolescents. It is an essential guide for both academicians and those who wish to pursue peace psychology as a discipline further.

Author: Patricia McClellan
Publisher: Willford Press
Published: 09/26/2023
Pages: 370
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.90lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.88d
ISBN13: 9781647284787
ISBN10: 1647284783
BISAC Categories:
- Psychology | Social Psychology
- Psychology | Developmental | Child
- Political Science | Peace