Psychology's Quiet Conservatism

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<p class="MsoNormal">What if psychology isn&rsquo;t as liberal as we think?</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Psychology is often seen as a progressive discipline &mdash; 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.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Even as many psychologists identify as politically liberal, the field&rsquo;s methods, theories, and institutions often promote a worldview that downplays inequality, pathologizes dissent, and resists structural change. Psychology&rsquo;s emphasis on personal responsibility, resilience, and self-help frequently aligns more closely with conservative ideals than with progressive ones.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">This book explores how the myth of a &ldquo;liberal bias&rdquo; in psychology has been weaponised in today&rsquo;s culture wars &mdash; and how it distracts from the field&rsquo;s real political blind spots. It asks: what would it mean for psychology to truly live up to its promise of promoting human welfare?</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Accessible, deeply researched, and sharply argued, <em>Psychology&rsquo;s Quiet Conservatism</em> is essential reading for anyone interested in how science shapes society &mdash; and how society shapes science.</p>

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<p><strong>Brian M. Hughes</strong> 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 <em>A Conceptual History of Psychology </em>(2022), <em>The Psychology of Brexit </em>(2019), and <em>Psychology in Crisis</em> (2018).</p>

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