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Social psychology

A field in psychology focusing on how people's thoughts, feelings, and behavior change when in the presence of others compared to when they are alone.

Contributors in Social psychology

Social psychology

self-concept

Psychology; Social psychology

A person's answers to the question "Who am I?".

interpersonal attraction

Psychology; Social psychology

A person's desire to approach another individual.

self-esteem

Psychology; Social psychology

A person's evaluation of him or her self.

social constructionism

Psychology; Social psychology

A perspective in the social sciences that states that individuals creatively shape reality through social interaction.

collectivism/tribalism

Psychology; Social psychology

A philosophy of life stressing the priority of group needs over individual needs, a preference for tightly knit social relationships, and a willingness to submit to the influence of one's group.

persuasion

Psychology; Social psychology

The process by which a message induces change in beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors.

leadership

Psychology; Social psychology

The process by which certain group members motivate and guide the group.

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