- First reference work to focus exclusively on psychological analyses and perspectives on peace and conflict
- Cross-disciplinary, linking psychology to other social science disciplines
- Includes nearly 300 entries written and edited by leading scholars in the field from around the world
- Examines key concepts, theories, methods, issues, and practices that are defining this growing field in the 21st century
- Includes timely topics such as genocide, hate crimes, torture, terrorism, racism, child abuse, and more
- A valuable reference for psychologists, and scholars, students, and practitioners in peace and conflict studies
  An ALA 2013 Outstanding Reference Source