First Impressions

by Nalini Ambady (Editor), John J. Skowronski (Editor)

Grounded in cutting-edge theory and research, this book brings together leading investigators to examine how first impressions are formed; the psychological, biological, and evolutionary processes that underlie them; and their consequences for individuals and society. Chapters present compelling findings on what people infer about others from such cues as facial features, expressions, skin tones, physical movements, and the environmental context. Factors that make first impressions more or less accurate are identified, including the type of inference being made as well as the impact of perceiver characteristics and stereotyping. The book also reveals the significant impact of first impressions--positive or negative--on emotions, cognitions, and behavior.

Genres: Psychology

368 pages, Hardcover

First published May 23, 2008

Reviews

[E.A. Newton · Rating 3 out of 5]

Don't confuse this book with "light reference material" to be used as a training guide to bettering your first impressions on people - this book is a fantastic dive into the neuroscience, behavioral psychology, sociology, (and many other scientific aspects) of what causes and affects our first impressions.