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Social psychology can be used in different areas of our lives such as, our way of thinking, relationships (personal and professional), physical and mental health etc. At the center of all these, it’s human social cognitive system interacting with everyday situations.
How do we apply social psychology?
Applied social psychology can be defined as using social psychological theories, principles, research findings, and experimental methods to understand social issues and to offer real-world solutions for a variety of social problems.
Social psychology encompasses a wide range of social topics, including:
- Group behavior.
- Social perception.
- Leadership.
- Nonverbal behavior.
- Conformity.
- Aggression.
- Prejudice.
What are some examples of social psychology?
The major themes are:
- Social cognition and perception.
- The self in a social context.
- Attitudes and persuasion.
- Group decisions.
- Attraction and close relationships.
- Prosocial behavior.
- Stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination.
How is social psychology related to everyday life?
According to Allport (1985) social cognition is a major idea in social psychology attempting to understand how our thoughts, personal feelings and behavior of individuals are all influenced by the actual, imagined and or implied presence of others (Nelson A., 2017). Our minds are designed for hot action-oriented cognition rather than cold.
By integrating core social psychology theories and concepts with more critical perspectives, Social Psychology and Everyday Life provides a valuable, broad, coherent and stimulating introduction that is suitable for all students interested in social psychology.
Which is an example of Applied Social Psychology?
The “hot and “cold” action-oriented cognition is another example of a basic characteristic of human cognition that I personally find very interesting. It has been proven that applied social psychology can be used to better our relationships with others.
How can psychology help you to be a better person?
To increase your motivational levels when approaching a task, use strategies derived from research in cognitive and educational psychology . Introduce new or novel elements to keep your interest high. Vary repetitive sequences to help stave off boredom. Learn new things that build on your existing knowledge.