Perceived Control: Theory, Research, and Practice in the First 50 Years - Hardcover

 
9780190257040: Perceived Control: Theory, Research, and Practice in the First 50 Years

Synopsis

Provides fascinating insights into how Julian Rotter's concept of the "locus of control" became so widely influential, and predict how it will continue to generate new knowledge in the future.

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About the Author

John W. Reich is Emeritus Professor of Psychology at Arizona State University. His career has been devoted to teaching and research in personality and social psychology. He has published over 100 articles and 5 books. His main focus has been on applying psychological theory and research to the enhancement of human well-being.

Frank J. Infurna is Assistant Professor of Psychology at Arizona State University. He is a developmental psychologist whose research is dedicated to examining resilience to major life stressors and psychosocial and work characteristics that are precursors for outcomes of healthy aging. His research has been funded by the National Institute on Aging.

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