2. Social psychology is the scientific study of behavior and
mental processes as they relate to how people interact with,
or relate to, others
Introduction
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3. “We cannot live for
ourselves alone. Our lives
are connected by a
thousand invisible
threads.”
-Herman Melville
4. Dynamic
Interactions
Understanding Human Behavior in Social
Psychology
Social
Influence
Society's impact on individual
actions and thoughts. Our
actions and thoughts are shaped
by societal norms and
expectations.
We adjust our behaviors and
viewpoints to fit within social groups.
Behavior alters due to
social pressures and
interactions within
groups.
Group
Dynamics
Understanding social
psychology aids in bettering
our connections with others.
Psychology in
Society