Psychologys Quiet Conservatism

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What if psychology isnt as liberal as we think? Psychology is often seen as a progressive discipline a champion of social justice, diversity, and liberal values. But this provocative book challenges that assumption. It argues that psychology, from its historical entanglements with eugenics and colonialism to its modern-day focus on individualism, has long served to reinforce the status quo. Even as many psychologists identify as politically liberal, the fields methods, theories, and institutions often promote a worldview that downplays inequality, pathologizes dissent, and resists structural change. Psychologys emphasis on personal responsibility, resilience, and self-help frequently aligns more closely with conservative ideals than with progressive ones. This book explores how the myth of a liberal bias in psychology has been weaponised in todays culture wars and how it distracts from the fields real political blind spots. It asks: what would it mean for psychology to truly live up to its promise of promoting human welfare? Accessible, deeply researched, and sharply argued, Psychologys Quiet Conservatism is essential reading for anyone interested in how science shapes society and how society shapes science.

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Brian M. Hughes is Professor of Psychology at the University of Galway, Ireland. A leading expert in stress, health, and the public understanding of science, he is a prominent commentator and advocate for evidence-based policy. His books include A Conceptual History of Psychology (2022), The Psychology of Brexit (2019), and Psychology in Crisis (2018).

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