What Social Psychology Studies

What social psychology studies is the core question of how people think, feel, and behave in social situations. This lesson defines the field, shows how it differs from related disciplines, and introduces the main topics social psychologists investigate: influence, perception, identity, attitudes, groups, and behaviour in context.

The goal is to build a clear foundation before moving into later lessons on specific theories and applications. By the end, learners should be able to explain why social psychologists focus on the power of situation, how research in the field is conducted, and what kinds of real-world questions it helps answer.