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CREATIVITY
Creativity
Theories and Themes: Research, Development, and Practice
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By
Mark Runco, California State University, Fullerton, U.S.A.

Description
An integrative introduction to the theories and themes in research on creativity, this book is both a reference work and text for courses in this burgeoning area of research. The book begins with a discussion of the theories of creativity (Person, Product, Process, Place), the general question of whether creativity is influenced by nature or nurture, what research has indicated of the personality and style of creative individuals from a personality analysis standpoint, how social context affects creativity, and then coverage of issues like gender differences, whether creativity can be enhanced, if creativity is related to poor mental or physical health, etc. The book contains boxes covering special interest items including one page biographies of famous creative individuals and activities for a group or individual to test and/or encourage creativity, as well as references to internet sites relating to creativity.

Audience
Researchers and students in personality, social psychology, cognitive psychology, and management.

Contents
Chapter 1. Cognition and Creativity Chapter 2. Developmental Trends and Influences on Creativity Chapter 3. Biological Perspectives on Creativity Chapter 4. Health and Clinical Perspectives Chapter 5. Social, Attributional, and Organizational Perspectives Chapter 6. Educational Perspectives Chapter 7. History and Historiometry Chapter 8. Culture and Creativity Chapter 9. Personality and Motivation Chapter 10. Enhancement and the Fulfillment of Potential Chapter 11. Conclusion: What Creativity Is and What It Is Not References Index

Bibliographic details
Hardbound, 504 pages, publication date: DEC-2006
ISBN-13: 978-0-12-602400-5
ISBN-10: 0-12-602400-6
Imprint: ACADEMIC PRESS

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