The dynamics of persuasion : communication and attitudes in the 21st century
/Richard M Perloff
- 7th Edition
- New York Routledge 2020
- xxiv, 541 pages ; 24 cm.
- Routledge communication series. .
Includes bibliographical, references and index
Introduction to persuasion -- Historical and ethical foundations -- Attitudes : definition and structure -- The power of our passions : theory and research on strong attitudes -- Attitudes : functions and consequences -- Attitude measurement -- Processing persuasive communications -- "Who says it" : source factors in persuasion -- Fundamentals of the message -- Emotional message appeals : fear and guilt -- Cognitive dissonance theory -- Interpersonal persuasion -- Advertising, marketing, and persuasion -- Health communication campaigns.
'The Dynamics of Persuasion' offers a comprehensive & up-to-date introduction to persuasive communication & attitude change. Offering a thorough discussion of classic & contemporary theories of persuasion, this text explores the structure & functions of attitudes, consistency between attitude & behaviour, & issues in attitude measurement
In English
9780367185787
Persuasion (Psychology)
Mass media--Psychological aspects. Attitude change