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OverviewThis volume elucidates some of the very concrete ways in which Americans misperceive the social world and how we are all subject to biases and illusions. As such, it challenges the assumption in much social science theorizing that people are rational actors by exploring how the machinations of cognition, the effect of our past experiences, the news, and social media feeds all factor into our opinion-making process. The chapters highlight common, and often incorrect, perceptions of population diversity, sexual behavior, the economy, health, and relationships. It shows how correcting these misperceptions of the social world can lead to real behavioral and attitudinal change. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Eric BeasleyPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: Routledge Weight: 0.272kg ISBN: 9781138105232ISBN 10: 1138105236 Pages: 184 Publication Date: 13 December 2017 Audience: College/higher education , Tertiary & Higher Education , Undergraduate Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print ![]() This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationEric Beasley is an Assistant Professor at Michigan State University and serves as a Special Lecturer for Oakland University. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |