In its broadest sense, community psychology studies the individual's relationships with their community and the wider community. This highly written book, which sits at the intersection of social and clinical psychology and is strongly influenced by the traditions of activists in political science, sociology and social work, provides a comprehensive introduction to the definition and objectives of this just-minded psychological field. Editors Nelson and Brillentsky cover a wide range of critical perspectives and core values ​​that define societal psychology goals, highlighting the psychosocial practice it has produced and the major political and societal misfortunes it aims to prevent.

This book presents, through a global perspective, chapters of international composition as well as textual commentators and intercultural case studies. This book is an essential guide to understanding how community psychologists work to solve structural injustice and transform transformational social and economic issues of our time such as homelessness, mental health, racism, discrimination and marginalization.

This text can be used as a basic guide for undergraduate students who start courses in community psychology, providing a comprehensive history of the field, a severe breakdown of various social and economic issues at the heart of societal psychology, as well as analysis of intervention and research methods.