Social psychology

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.

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social dilemma

Psychology; Social psychology

Any situation in which the most rewarding short-term choice for an individual will ultimately cause negative consequences for the group as a whole.

symbols

Psychology; Social psychology

Arbitrary signs of objects that stand in the place of those objects.

two-factor theory of emotion

Psychology; Social psychology

Arousal 3 label 5 emotion.

intimidation

Psychology; Social psychology

Arousing fear and gaining power by convincing others that one is dangerous.

social identities

Psychology; Social psychology

Aspects of a person's self-concept based upon his or her group memberships.

information campaigns

Psychology; Social psychology

Attempts to persuade people to alter their lifestyles in more healthful directions through the use of the mass media and other communication channels.