Cooperation: The Political Psychology of Effective Human Interaction

Research from across the social sciences is converging on cooperation as a key factor in human functioning. This volume brings together esteemed political scientists and psychologists to identify and analyze recent social-scientific research on cooperation and present an overview of current knowledge about its causes and consequences at the individual and group level. Chapters explore the sources of cooperative behaviors, examine the consequences of cooperative experiences, and address the question of how cooperation research can be applied toward addressing and solving real-world problems.

Cooperation is vital in promoting healthy, well-functioning individuals and groups. This valuable resource provides a synthesis for experts, an overview for novices, and a survey of current research for policy-makers.