Handbook of Romanian Psychologists of the 20th Century

This book presents the first comprehensive English-language account of Romanian contributions to the development of modern psychology. Drawing on over 40 years of research, it reconstructs the evolution of psychology in Romania across the 20th century, highlighting how scholars developed original theories and methods under changing political regimes. It places influential figures such as David Wechsler, Jacob L. Moreno, Serge Moscovici, and others within their Romanian intellectual context, revealing their global impact on psychological science. Combining biographical, institutional, and thematic analysis, the book offers a rigorous and accessible resource for understanding Romania’s role in shaping key concepts, methods, and practices in contemporary psychology.