ch13-16

Question 1

Social Psychology

Answer 1

The study of how people influence others’ behaviours, beliefs or attitudes for good or bad

Question 2

Social Psychology Importance of Replicability

Answer 2

In social psychology, replicability is often difficult to reproduce due to sensitivity to subtle interpersonal cues.

Experimental setup, i.e. instructions, perceived attitudes/appearance of research assistants, and friendliness of other participants can all influence results of replicability

Question 3

Need-to-belong Theory

Answer 3

Humans have a biologically based need for interpersonal connections. We seek out social bonds when we can suffer negative psychological and physical consequences when we can’t.

Question 4

Evolution of Social Psychology

Answer 4

Many social influence processes have been naturally selected because they serve us well.

Conformity/obedience become maladaptive only when they’re unquestioned.