Introduction to Balance Theory (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798867007300)

In the folds of this book, we will talk about the subject of Balance Theory, of which the basic ideas were developed by the Austrian scientist (Fritz Haider). We will also learn about Graph Theory and its close connection with Balance Theory, and how did solving the Seven Bridges of Königsberg Problem lead to the emergence of the first theorem in Graph Theory? What is Social Balance Theory, and how does this theory provide us with an important tool for analyzing the social system, and how do individuals tend to choose a state of balance in their interpersonal relationships? How did Egypt's nationalization of the Suez Canal initiate a chain of events that included the tripartite aggression and subsequent states of balance or imbalance between the nations involved in the conflict? The Hungarian Spring and the dynamics of international relations (the Soviet Union, India, Hungary, the free world) on the situation in Hungary. The conflict in Syria and how the relations of friendship and hostility between countries (the United States, Russia, Turkey, Iran, Syria) produce stability or instability in Syria. Balance and imbalance in the context of sport and sponsorship with examples from English Premier League and car racing in America. Gang violence in California and how the anti-gang unit uses Balance Theory concepts to predict violent events. Family Systems Theory and the importance of keeping the family network of relationships (the relationship between siblings/the relationship between parents and children) in balance. All of the above will be discussed through this book which directed to a wide category of readers, including: decision makers, researchers in psychology, sociology, security sciences, international relations, as well as researchers in the fields of management and marketing.

Author: Mohannad Farhan
ISBN-13: 9798867007300
Publisher: Independently Published
Language: English
Published: 11/08/2023
Pages: 90
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.38lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.19d