Hanging out : the psychology of socializing /
Valerie Hill and Tennille Nicole Allen.
- 196 pages ; 25 cm.
- The psychology of everyday life .
Includes bibliographical references (pages 175-188) and index.
Socializing in everyday life -- What: the many forms of socializing -- Why: the importance of socializing in our lives -- How: the positive and negative effects of socializing -- Who: psychologists' theories about socializing -- When: socializing throughout the life cycle -- Where: socializing around the world -- Scenarios -- Controversies and debates -- Directory of resources -- Glossary -- Bibliography -- About the authors and contributors -- Index.