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A fully updated edition of the definitive textbook

Work psychology is the study of work behavior and the psychological dimensions that both produce and result from it. It has developed in recent decades to a field that goes far beyond just industrial / organizational psychology, taking a comprehensive view of 21st-century workers and their psychologies. For more than ten years, An Introduction to Contemporary Work Psychology has served as the definitive introduction to the psychology of working and its applications. Now fully updated to reflect the latest research and industrial evidence, it promises to continue as an indispensable resource for advanced courses in work psychology.

Readers of the second edition of An Introduction to Contemporary Work Psychology will also find:
* Chapters written by a global team of experts
* Detailed discussion of topics such as safety at work, work-family interaction, recovery from work, and many more
* A unique focus on positive outcomes of work, including motivation, creativity, and engagement

An Introduction to Contemporary Work Psychology is ideal for advanced undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in work psychology courses, as well as for students or researchers looking for a reference or introduction to the subject.