This work seeks to show how, in the context of embarrassment being a Uniquely Human Emotion, That It Plays A Pervasive Role In Social motivation and interaction. Looking at its causes and consequences, this volume examines the personal, situational, and interactive determinants of embarrassment, integrating literature from clinical and social psychology, sociology, communications, biology, and other fields. The book has anecdotes, and data from the author's own research. From the evolutionary significance of embarrassment, to coping with chronic blushing, it highlights recent discoveries and offers insights into this aspect of our social behaviour.
- ISBN10 157230247X
- ISBN13 9781572302471
- Publish Date 2 July 1997
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 22 May 2015
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Guilford Publications
- Format Paperback
- Pages 232
- Language English