CCC PSYC 101 - Chapter 13 Part 3 (Social Psychology)

Stanford Prison Experiment

A psychological study that demonstrated the impact of situational variables and social roles on behavior, highlighting principles such as ingroups and outgroups.

Ingroup Bias

The tendency to favor one's own group over others, often leading to prejudicial behaviors.

Biopsychosocial Factors

The combination of biological, psychological, and social influences that contribute to behaviors such as aggression.

Aversive Events

Negative experiences that can lead to feelings of frustration and aggression according to the frustration-aggression principle.

Bobo Doll Experiment

A study by Bandura that showcased how children imitate aggressive behavior observed in adults.

Social Exchange Theory

A theory that posits people weigh the costs and benefits of helping others before deciding to assist.

Mere Exposure Effect

The psychological phenomenon where people tend to develop a preference for things merely because they are familiar with them.

Diffusion of Responsibility

The phenomenon where individuals feel less compelled to take action in an emergency when others are present.

Two-Factor Theory of Emotion

The proposition that emotion is based on physiological arousal and a cognitive appraisal of that arousal.

Self-Disclosure

The act of revealing personal information to others, which can help foster intimacy in relationships.

Altruism

Unselfish concern for the welfare of others, often leading individuals to help those in need.

Social Responsibility Norm

The societal expectation that we should help those who depend on us.

Social Trap

A situation in which conflicting parties become caught up in mutually destructive behavior by pursuing their self-interest.

Mirror-Image Perceptions

Mutual views held by conflicting people where each side sees itself as ethical and peaceful and the other as evil.

GRIT (Graduated and Reciprocated Initiatives in Tension-Reduction)

A strategy for conflict resolution that involves incremental concessions and initiatives to de-escalate tensions.

Passionate Love

A type of love characterized by intense feelings of attraction, combining elements of arousal and cognitive appraisal.

Companionate Love

A type of love that develops from deep affection, trust, and attachment, often leading to longer-lasting relationships.

Aggression

Behavior intended to harm another individual, influenced by biological, psychological, and socio-cultural factors.

Reinforcement and Modeling

The process by which behaviors are learned through direct reinforcement or by observing others.