Stephen Greenspan Livres

Exploring the pervasive issue of gullibility, this book delves into how individuals are misled across various domains, including religion, politics, and personal finance. Developmental psychologist Stephen Greenspan examines historical examples and contemporary cases of deception, revealing that gullibility is not solely linked to intelligence. He identifies four key reasons behind gullible behavior and offers strategies for individuals to recognize and resist manipulation, ultimately aiming to empower readers to think critically and avoid being duped.

Focusing on the development of competent and happy children, this guide offers teachers and parents practical principles to foster positive growth. It emphasizes the importance of nurturing environments and supportive relationships, providing actionable strategies to encourage children's emotional and social skills. By highlighting the roles of both educators and caregivers, the book aims to create a collaborative approach to child development, ensuring that children thrive both academically and personally.

This book explains why and how individuals (of all ages and levels of intelligence) and organizations act in ways that undermine their interests and even continued existence. A novel four-factor explanatory theory sheds light on a topic of universal interest: the everyday foolishness of humans.