Social And Psychological Bases Of Ideology And System Justification by John T. Jost
A Comprehensive Analysis of the Psychological Underpinnings of Political Ideologies and System Justification
This book delves into the intricate relationship between ideology and the psychological mechanisms that drive individuals to justify and maintain existing social systems. It explores how ideological beliefs are not only shaped by personal and group interests but also by deeper psychological needs for certainty, security, and social identity. Through a multidisciplinary approach, the book examines the cognitive and motivational processes that lead people to rationalize inequality and resist social change, offering insights into the persistence of systemic structures and the challenges of fostering progressive transformation.
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- 2009
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- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-450
- Original Language
- English
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