Routledge Social Psychology and Consumer Culture Book

Explore the connection between social behavior and modern western life with Social Psychology and Theories of Consumer Culture: A Political Economy Perspective. Published by Routledge, this text provides a critical analysis of leading positions in social psychology through the lens of classical and contemporary consumer culture theories. Authors McDonald and Wearing aim to expand social psychological theory by looking at the interface between consumer culture and social behavior. This perspective is designed to help the field address significant societal challenges. By examining these dynamics, the book offers insights into how consumer culture impacts pressing global issues such as global warming, obesity, addiction, and alienation. This is an essential resource for students and professionals looking to understand the political economy of social behavior in a modern context.