Psychology and Postmodernism (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780803986046)

This groundbreaking book is the first to explore the implications of postmodernist ideas for psychology. It examines central themes of postmodernism as they relate to psychology - for example, the nature of the self, locally situated rather than universal knowledge and the pivotal role of language in social life.

The contributors outline the new possibilities for psychology, setting theoretical reformulations alongside implications for psychological practice and method. The book presents critique as well as support for postmodern perspectives, from feminist critique of postmodern deconstruction′ to argument with the usefulness of sharp distinctions between a modern′ and postmodern′ psychology.

Author: Steinar Kvale
ISBN-10: 0803986041
ISBN-13: 9780803986046
Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
Language: English
Published: 12/01/1992
Pages: 240
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.65lbs
Size: 8.40h x 5.36w x 0.73d