The Psychology of Ethnic and Cultural Conflict

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Peace-makers, experts in conflict resolution, researchers and teachers are among the contributors here focused on ethnic and cultural conflict around the world. The volume first addresses elements such as identity and difference, both conceptually and historically. Text that follows describes issues and experiences associated with conflict and war in countries including Africa, China, Iran, Israel, Palestine, and New Zealand. The role of immigration, three major cultures (Islamic, Christian, and Confucian) are examined. Finally, innovative programs and strategies to prevent and manage ethnic conflict and violence are offered by practitioners. This book will interest professors and students of cross-cultural psychology, social psychology, ethnic and cultural relations, international relations, anthropology and political science.

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YUEH-TING LEE is Chairperson and Professor in the Department of Ethnic Studies at Minnesota State University. CLARK McCAULEY is a Senior Professor at Bryn Mawr College, as well as a faculty member and Co-Director of Solomon Asch's Center for Ethno-Political Conflict at the University of Pennsylvania. FATHALI MOGHADDAM is Professor and Director of Graduate Studies in Psychology at Georgetown University. STEPHEN WORCHEL is Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and Professor of Psychology at the University of Hawaii, Hilo.