Social Psychology

Topic

Social Psychology

Instructions

1. What are some (at least 4) of the themes of research for social psychologists? (Hint: choose “Social Psychology Topics” on the left menu)
2. Find 4 social psychologists for the report. Please include their names and research interests in a short summary for each. (Hint: Choose “Directories” at the top, then choose “Professional Profiles”.)
3. With which topic are you most familiar? Explain why you are familiar with this topic. Which topic relates to current or future jobs/career choices? Explain.

Answer preview

Some of the research themes for social psychologists include the psychology of gender, social influence, interpersonal relations, and prejudice, diversity, and discrimination (Plous, 2017a). Fields of research in psychology of gender include women’s studies and resources, lesbian, bisexual, men’s studies and resources, gay resources, among other gender resources. Areas of study in social influence include persuasion and propaganda, attitudes and social cognition, social marketing, marketing and selling, social marketing research centers, cults and social control, advertising, and social influence counter-measures. Areas of research in interpersonal relations include social networking, romance and attraction, nonverbal communication, sexuality and sex research, human-animal relations, divorce, matchmaking and personal ads, and family relations.

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