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social psychology
noun
: the study of the manner in which the personality, attitudes, motivations, and behavior of the individual influence and are influenced by social groups
social psychologist
noun
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Fishbach studies social psychology, management, and consumer behavior.
—Annabelle Roberts and Ayelet Fishbach, Harvard Business Review, 4 Oct. 2024
According to various studies from social psychology examined in Psychology Today, individuals often take cues from their environment, especially from others, on how to act, a phenomenon known as social influence.
—Sherzod Odilov, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
That resonates with Christina Scott, a social psychology professor at Whittier College in California and devoted spoiler lover.
—Angela Haupt, TIME, 18 Sep. 2024
Decades of social psychology research demonstrate the profound impacts of strong relationships and connections between people.
—Jonathan H. Westover, Forbes, 12 Sep. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1880, in the meaning defined above
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“Social psychology.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/social%20psychology. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
Medical Definition
social psychology
noun
: the study of the manner in which the personality, attitudes, motivations, and behavior of the individual influence and are influenced by social groups
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