Psychology and Social Sanity by Hugo Münsterberg

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Author Münsterberg, Hugo, 1863-1916
Title Psychology and Social Sanity
Note Reading ease score: 52.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Psychology and Social Sanity" by Hugo Münsterberg is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book examines the intersection of psychology and social issues, emphasizing the importance of psychological insights in addressing societal challenges. Münsterberg aims to analyze various social problems such as sex education, socialism, and moral dilemmas through the lens of modern psychology. The opening of the text outlines the author's perspective on the role of psychologists in contributing to societal discourse and reform. Münsterberg begins by reflecting on the contemporary shift in focus from economic issues to more profound social challenges, particularly those related to sexuality. He introduces the concept that many social problems arise from mental conditions that can be better understood through psychological principles. As he discusses the necessity of educating the public on issues like sex education, he critiques the prevailing method of sexual instruction, which he argues may inadvertently heighten sexual awareness and tension rather than alleviate social problems. This complex interplay between psychological understanding and social discourse sets the stage for a more profound exploration of these topics throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HM: Social sciences: Sociology
Subject Social psychology
Subject Social problems
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EBook-No. 25006
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