Overview
Social cognition is a vital area of psychology that examines how we understand and interpret the social world. It encompasses various processes, including social perception, attribution, and the influence of stereotypes. By studying social cognition, we can gain insights into how our thoughts and be...
Key Terms
Example: Judging someone's mood based on their facial expressions.
Example: Believing someone is late due to poor time management.
Example: Assuming all teenagers are rebellious.
Example: Disliking someone because of their ethnicity.
Example: Changing your opinion to fit in with friends.
Example: Ignoring alternative viewpoints to avoid conflict.
Related Topics
Cognitive Psychology
The study of mental processes such as perception, memory, and reasoning.
intermediateBehavioral Psychology
Focuses on observable behaviors and the ways they're learned.
intermediateDevelopmental Psychology
Explores how people grow and change from infancy through adulthood.
intermediateKey Concepts
Social PerceptionAttribution TheoryStereotypesSocial Influence