Photographing the Self: Methods for Observing Personal Orientations

Robert C. Ziller

ISBN 10: 0803934971 / ISBN 13: 9780803934979

Published by SAGE Publications (1990), Newbury Park (California), 1990

About this Item

Hardcover book complete in its original printed dust jacket. 22 cm. 167 pages. In fair condition. Contains highlighting to a group of interior pages. Light wear to the covers. Remains a serviceable study copy priced according to condition.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Photographing the Self: Methods for Observing Personal Orientations
• Publisher: SAGE Publications (1990), Newbury Park (California)
• Publication Date: 1990
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0803934971
• ISBN 13: 9780803934979
• Binding: Hardcover
• Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included
• Seller catalogs:
  • Psychology

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Synopsis

How can researchers avoid the inherent problem of influencing subjects while observing them? In this pioneering work, Robert Ziller examines the uses of photography and video-communication as observation techniques in the social sciences. These techniques take several forms: showing subjects a series of photographs in order to elicit attitudinal responses and asking subjects themselves to compose photographs that represent their attitudes and behaviors. Ziller thoroughly discusses the advantages and disadvantages of these approaches and outlines various research possibilities when using photo communication. In addition, practical examples are drawn from clinical psychology, intercultural communication, family studies, and criminal justice to demonstrate the overall effectiveness of this approach. The research techniques presented here will be of value to psychological researchers (both clinical and social) and a wide range of mental health clinicians.