Psychology and work

Author(s)

    • Hodson, Christine

Bibliographic Information

Psychology and work

Christine Hodson

(Routledge modular psychology)

Routledge, 2001

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  • : pbk

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Note

Includes bibliographical references (p. 147-153) and index

Description and Table of Contents

Description

Psychology and Work provides a concise, user-friendly introduction to the field of occupational psychology. The book covers the main issues in the psychology of work and organizations. Topics discussed include the significance of work to the individual, the motivation to work, selection and training and the effects of work on health and quality of life. Organizational psychology is covered in such topics as group behaviour, leadership and management. The book assumes little or no background knowledge and is made accessible to all by the use of everyday examples throughout. Christine Hodson has produced an ideal text, designed for A Level students and undergraduates of psychology plus business studies new to this field.

Table of Contents

Introduction. The Significance of Work to the Individual. Motivation and Work. Selection and Training. Health and Work. Groups and Decision Making. Leadership.

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Details

  • NCID
    BA54941549
  • ISBN
    • 0415227739
    • 0415227747
  • Country Code
    uk
  • Title Language Code
    eng
  • Text Language Code
    eng
  • Place of Publication
    Hove
  • Pages/Volumes
    xiii, 158 p.
  • Size
    20-21 cm
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