PSYC 321 Questions with Complete Solutions

social psychology Correct Answer--the science that studies that influence of our situations with special attention to how we view and affect one another -study of why and how people think, feel and behave in the actual or imagined situation -how we related and influence others -study of social thinking, influence and relations ABC's of social psychology Correct Answer-A- affect (feelings) B- behaviors C-conscious (thoughts) 6 Principles in Social Psychology Correct Answer-1) we construct our social reality-humans have the urge to explain behaviors and attribute to b/c we want to make it predictable and controllable-- act differently to an event b/c you think differently 2) our intuitions are powerful, but sometimes can be dangerous--our intuitions shape our fears, impressions and relationships (Everyone thinks on 2 levels= intuitive and deliberate 3) social influences shape our behavior- our attitudes and behaviors are shaped by external social forces 4) personal attributes and dispositions also shape our behavior- attributes can override situations-- attitudes and behavior are shaped by the situation