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Social Psychology

Social psychology is the scientific study of how individuals think, influence, and relate to one another within the context of society. Topics range from interpersonal relationships to social perception and group dynamics.
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Explore the formation of attitudes, how they change, and the role of persuasive communication in shaping social beliefs and behaviors.

Examine how people perceive, remember, and interpret information about themselves and others in a social context.

Understand the psychological processes involved in the functioning of groups, including leadership, group decision-making, and group conflicts.

Study the ways in which individuals change their behavior to meet the demands of a social environment, including conformity, compliance, and obedience.

Investigate the formation, maintenance, and dissolution of social connections, from friendship to romantic partnerships.

Focus on how individuals derive a sense of self from their group memberships and how this impacts attitudes and behaviors.

Analyze the cognitive and social factors that lead to stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination, and their implications for society.

Look into the reasons behind altruistic actions and the psychological factors that promote helping behavior among individuals.

Explore the psychological theories and research on the causes, manifestations, and ways to reduce aggression and violence.

Understand the psychological underpinnings of social conflict and the strategies for conflict resolution and negotiation.

Examine the concept of the self, including self-concept, self-esteem, and the multiple aspects of personal identity.

Study the role emotions play in social interactions including emotion regulation, emotional contagion, and the impact on social behavior.

Investigate how individuals are influenced and shaped by the cultural and societal norms into which they are socialized.

Apply social psychological principles to practical issues in fields such as health, law, environment, and organizational behavior.

Focus on how we form impressions of others, interpret others' behavior, and make attributions about causes of behavior.

Examine the ways in which nonverbal cues such as facial expressions, body language, and vocal tones contribute to social interactions.