Interpersonal Processes in Social Psychology

A set of flashcards covering key concepts in interpersonal processes within social psychology.

Interpersonal Attraction

Factors contributing to liking or loving people, such as proximity, reward, shared attitudes, and physical attractiveness.

Passionate Love

An intense emotional connection marked by physiological arousal.

Companionate Love

A deeper affection characterized by friendship and emotional intimacy.

Triangular Theory of Love

A theory proposing that love consists of three components: intimacy, passion, and commitment.

Altruism

Intentional behaviors that benefit others without obvious gains for the provider.

Diffusion of Responsibility

The phenomenon where individuals feel less personal responsibility to act when others are present.

Hostile Aggression

Aggression driven by anger, aimed at harming another.

Instrumental Aggression

Aggression that is calm and pragmatic, often used to achieve a goal.

Cognitive Neoassociation Theory

The idea that exposure to aversive stimuli can trigger aggressive thoughts and actions.

Obedience

Compliance with the orders of an authority figure, even when it leads to harmful actions toward others.

Conformity

A change in behavior or attitude to fit the social norms of a group.

Groupthink

A phenomenon where the desire for harmony in a group leads to poor decision-making.

Leadership Styles

Different approaches leaders can take, including autocratic, democratic, and laissez-faire.