Psychology 344 - Social Psychology

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Hiram College

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This course examines psychological theory and research about how individuals think, feel, and behave in social situations. The course begins with an overview of the field of social psychology, and details the scientific methods used to research social psychological questions. The course proceeds with a comprehensive survey of the primary domains of the discipline beginning with social perception: how do we understand ourselves, other individuals, and social groups. We next consider social influence: how attitudes form/change and the processes of persuasion, conformity and group dynamics. Finally, we review social relations: the factors involved in human aggression, helping behavior, and interpersonal attraction. Throughout this class, we will integrate cultural perspectives and intersections with cognitive neuroscience, highlighting applications to current events and real problems with policy implications for health, business decisions and the law. Prerequisite: Psychology 101 or Sociology 155. This course is also listed as Sociology 344.

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.HIRAM.EDU

Phone Number:

(330) 569-3211

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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