Social Psychology in the Real World

As you have learned, social psychology studies how the thoughts and actions of individuals are influenced by the presence of and interactions with others, whether real or hypothetical. 

According to your text, Social Psychology (ProQuest Ebook Central), there are five core concerns, or major themes, within social psychology: (1) the impact that one individual has on another; (2) the impact that a group has on its individual members; (3) the impact that individual members have on the groups to which they belong; (4) the impact that one group has on another group; (5) the impact of social context and social structure on groups and individuals.

Post & Discuss

Discuss your interpretation of this broad definition by describing two social contexts for interaction (eg., a workplace, a social club, etc.). Be specific in your description.

Given what you have learned so far, explain how the social interaction in these contexts can influence individual thought and behavior with respect to one or more of the identified core concerns. Your examples may include current events, case studies you have read, personal experience, or situations that you have observed.