Social Psychology Concepts Quiz

The primary goals are to understand, predict, and influence social behavior and interactions in various contexts.

Social psychology is the scientific study of how individuals think, feel, and behave in social contexts and how these interactions affect behavior.

Independent variables are manipulated by the researcher, while dependent variables are measured to observe the effect of that manipulation.

<p>Confirmation bias is the tendency to search for, interpret, and remember information that confirms one's preexisting beliefs while ignoring contradictory evidence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Priming is a process where exposure to a stimulus influences response to a subsequent stimulus, often without conscious guidance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Self-regulation is the ability to manage one's emotions, thoughts, and behaviors to achieve set goals, particularly in social situations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Culture shapes the self by providing norms, values, and beliefs that influence identity formation and self-concept.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The self-awareness trap occurs when individuals become overly self-conscious and critical, leading to negative emotions, particularly when comparing themselves to others.</p> Signup and view all the answers