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Primer for Crisis Communication Theory : The Fusion of Theory and Practice by Finn Frandsen, Winni Johansen and W. Timothy Coombs (2025, Trade Paperback)
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Guided by a belief that good crisis communication theory should inform and improve practice, this book makes a wide range of theories utilized in crisis communication accessible to researchers, students, and practitioners.The book begins with an extended discussion of applied theory, including the theory building process, to help the reader appreciate how theory can connect to the practice of crisis communication.
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Product Identifiers
PublisherTaylor & Francis Group
ISBN-101032745797
ISBN-139781032745794
eBay Product ID (ePID)13078201023
Product Key Features
Number of Pages208 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NamePrimer for Crisis Communication Theory : the Fusion of Theory and Practice
SubjectCommunication Studies, Public Relations, Economics / General, Disasters & Disaster Relief
Publication Year2025
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaLanguage Arts & Disciplines, Social Science, Business & Economics
AuthorFinn Frandsen, Winni Johansen, W. Timothy Coombs
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Weight14.1 Oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceCollege Audience
LCCN2025-010025
Dewey Edition23
Reviews"This is the book scholars and practitioners have been waiting for. The essential theories, across risk communication, crisis communication, and other relevant areas, are infused with practical insights and actionable takeaways based on empirical evidence. This volume is a model for translational research that advances crisis research, practice, and education." Yan Jin , C. Richard Yarbrough Professor in Crisis Communication Leadership, Director and Co-Founder of the Crisis Communication Think Tank, University of Georgia, USA "For those who are curious about the theory that drives the practice, this book is a gem. It stands out as one of the most comprehensive, yet easy-to-read, books on risk and crisis communication theory. A must-have for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the field." Chiara Valentini, Professor, Head of the Discipline, JSBE--Jyväskylä School of Business and Economics, Jyväskylä, Finland, "This is the book scholars and practitioners have been waiting for. The essential theories, across risk communication, crisis communication, and other relevant areas, are infused with practical insights and actionable takeaways based on empirical evidence. This volume is a model for translational research that advances crisis research, practice and education." Yan Jin , C. Richard Yarbrough Professor in Crisis Communication Leadership, Director and Co-Founder of the Crisis Communication Think Tank, University of Georgia, USA. "For those who are curious about the theory that drives the practice, this book is a gem. It stands out as one of the most comprehensive, yet easy-to-read, books on risk and crisis communication theory. A must-have for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the field." Chiara Valentini, Professor, Head of the Discipline, JSBE- Jyväskylä School of Business and Economics, Jyväskylä, Finland.
TitleLeadingA
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal658.45
Table Of ContentPreface Chapter 1 Introduction to and Overview of Theory Risk Communication Section Chapter 2 Protective Action Decision Model Chapter 3 Social Amplification of Risk Chapter 4 Covello Chapter 5 Anger Activism Chapter 6 Extended Parallel Process Model Chapter 7 Warning Response Model Crisis Communication Section Chapter 8 Corporate Apologia Chapter 9 Image Restoration/Repair Theory Chapter 10 Situational Crisis Communication Theory Chapter 11 Stealing Thunder Chapter 12 Integrated Crisis Mapping Chapter 13 Threat Assessment Chapter 14 Social-Mediated Crisis Communication Chapter 15 Paracrisis Chapter 16 Rhetorical Arena Theory Chapter 17 Focusing Event Chapter 18 Crisis Exploitation General Theories Relevant to Crisis Communication Chapter 19 Stress Inoculation Theory Chapter 20 Communication Theory of Resilience Chapter 21 Concluding Remarks and Observations Index
SynopsisGuided by a belief that good crisis communication theory should inform and improve practice, this book makes a wide range of theories utilized in crisis communication accessible to researchers, students, and practitioners. The book begins with an extended discussion of applied theory, including the theory building process, to help the reader appreciate how theory can connect to the practice of crisis communication. This discussion is followed by chapters each explaining a theory and using an evidence-based approach to explore how that theory illuminates and applies to crisis communication practice. The array of theories includes those that are descriptive, prescriptive, and critical and cover the areas of public crises, political crises, and corporate crises. This book is essential reading for advanced students of public relations and strategic communication and researchers in crisis and risk communication, with practical insights suitable for interested professionals., Guided by a belief that good crisis communication theory should inform and improve practice, this book makes a wide range of theories utilized in crisis communication accessible to researchers, students, and practitioners. The book begins with an extended discussion of applied theory, including the theory building process, to help the reader appreciate how theory can connect to the practice of crisis communication. This discussion is followed by chapters each explaining a theory and using an evidence-based approach to explore how that theory illuminates and applies to crisis communication practice. The array of theories includes those that are descriptive, prescriptive, and critical, and cover the areas of public crises, political crises and corporate crises. This book is essential reading for advanced students of public relations and strategic communication and researchers in crisis and risk communication, with practical insights suitable for interested professionals., Guided by a belief that good crisis communication theory should inform and improve practice, this book makes a wide range of theories utilized in crisis communication accessible to researchers, students, and practitioners.
LC Classification NumberHD49.3.F73 2026
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