Human Nature and Conduct An Introduction to Social Psychology

Human Nature and Conduct: An Introduction to Social Psychology is a book written by John Dewey, an American philosopher and psychologist. The book explores the relationship between human nature and social behavior, focusing on the ways in which individuals interact with one another within society. Dewey argues that human behavior is shaped by a combination of innate tendencies and environmental factors, and that socialization plays a crucial role in shaping our conduct. He also examines the role of habit, emotion, and intelligence in shaping our behavior, and how these factors interact with social norms and cultural expectations.The book is divided into three main sections. The first section explores the concept of human nature, examining the ways in which our biological and psychological makeup influences our behavior. The second section focuses on the role of socialization in shaping our conduct, examining the ways in which we learn to conform to social norms and expectations. The final section looks at the relationship between individual behavior and social progress, exploring how our conduct can impact society as a whole.Overall, Human Nature and Conduct is a seminal work in the field of social psychology, offering insights into the complex interplay between human nature, socialization, and behavior. It remains a widely read and influential text in the field, offering valuable insights into the ways in which we interact with one another within society.1922. This insightful treatise on the essential components of human nature by the great American philosopher and educator John Dewey grew from a series of three lectures presented at Leland Stanford Junior University upon the West Memorial Foundation. One of the topics included was Human Conduct and Destiny. In his own words, Dewey has, set forth a belief that an understanding of habit and different types of habit is the key to social psychology, while the operation of impulse and intelligence gives the key to individualized mental activity. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.