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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Nothing bad ever happens to this one—she's happily engaged or married, has every It bag as they come out, lives in a real apartment, has a great family life and career, and pulls in loads of money. ...

The Counselor

Psychology; Social psychology

A friend who you go to when you need really solid advice. While most of the time it's welcomed, The Counselor also has a tendency to dole out her wisdom even when you don't ask for it.

reality distortion field

Psychology; Social psychology

Coined in 1981 by current Apple VP, Guy "Bud" Tribble, the term was used to describe Steve Jobs' uncanny ability to convince nearly anyone of practically anything. According to folklore.com, Tribble ...

The I’m Broke” One

Psychology; Social psychology

She always wants to hang out, but everything you suggest is “too expensive.” She’s also the one who—when you go out for dinner or drinks—wants to split every single thing you order down to the cent, ...

embodied cognition

Psychology; Social psychology

The mutual influence of bodily sensations on cognitive preferences and social judgments.

belief perseverance

Psychology; Social psychology

Persistence of one’s initial conceptions, such as when the basis for one’s belief is discredited but an explanation of why the belief might be true survives.

self-efficacy

Psychology; Social psychology

A sense that one is competent and effective, distinguished from self-esteem, which is one’s sense of self-worth. A sharpshooter in the military might feel high self-efficacy and low self-esteem.