The Encyclopedia of Cross–Cultural Psychology

The Encyclopedia of Cross–Cultural Psychology presents a three–volume collection of our current state of knowledge relating to the fields of cross–cultural, cultural, and indigenous psychology. Entries cover a vast range of material derived from cutting–edge conceptual and empirical work being done around the world, as well as offering brief biographies of more than 130 important historical and contemporary figures in the field. Featuring contributions from leading scientists and scholars from more than 30 countries, readings reflect the rich diversity of disparate global cultural perspectives and viewpoints. A wealth of supplemental references and suggestions for further reading is included for those wishing to pursue specialized topics or identify key source material. The Encyclopedia of Cross–Cultural Psychology is an indispensable, all–inclusive resource to all facets of the people and ideas that constitute psychology in the twenty–first century world.

Kenneth D. Keith is Professor Emeritus of Psychological Sciences at the University of San Diego. He is editor of Cross–Cultural Psychology: Contemporary Themes and Perspectives (Wiley Blackwell, 2011), and Cross–Cultural Perspectives on Quality of Life (2000), and author of   Student Handbook to Psychology: History, Perspectives, and Applications (2012) and Intellectual Disability: Ethics, Dehumanization, and a New Moral Community (Wiley–Blackwell, 2013). Professor Keith has also authored or co–authored more than 125 publications, including numerous book chapters and articles.