Social Psychology 101: How to Understand People and Social Situations
Nathan DeWall
Why do we connect with some people and not others? What makes great teams flourish? How does culture shape our attitudes? How does influence work? Join the co-author of the world’s bestselling psychology textbooks to find out how small changes to your social environment can produce big changes in how you approach daily life and major decisions.
Most people rush to the power of personality when explaining how we think, feel, and act. While personality certainly plays a role in our behavior, the power of the social situation to influence our actions cannot be underestimated. As it explores the fascinating field of social psychology, this eye-opening audio course busts common myths about human psychology and behavior.
Your instructor is University of Kentucky psychology professor Nathan DeWall, co-author of the world’s bestselling psychology textbook. Described by Iowa State University Distinguished Professor of Psychology Craig A. Anderson as “one of the most influential psychological science leaders of his generation,” DeWall’s lectures reveal that he is as passionate about his subject as he is knowledgeable.
In 24 absorbing lectures, you’ll discover many of the different cognitive, motivational, and emotional factors that underlie social behavior. Along the way, you’ll come to appreciate—and evaluate critically—research in the behavioral sciences, applying what you learn from social psychology research to events in the real world. At the end of this course, you will have clearer self-awareness, better tools to foster friendships and romantic relationships, and a more compassionate heart to become a better global citizen.
This course is part of the Learn25 collection.
Duration - 10h.
Author - Nathan DeWall.
Narrator - Nathan DeWall.
Published Date - Wednesday, 24 January 2024.
Location:
United States
Description:
Why do we connect with some people and not others? What makes great teams flourish? How does culture shape our attitudes? How does influence work? Join the co-author of the world’s bestselling psychology textbooks to find out how small changes to your social environment can produce big changes in how you approach daily life and major decisions. Most people rush to the power of personality when explaining how we think, feel, and act. While personality certainly plays a role in our behavior, the power of the social situation to influence our actions cannot be underestimated. As it explores the fascinating field of social psychology, this eye-opening audio course busts common myths about human psychology and behavior. Your instructor is University of Kentucky psychology professor Nathan DeWall, co-author of the world’s bestselling psychology textbook. Described by Iowa State University Distinguished Professor of Psychology Craig A. Anderson as “one of the most influential psychological science leaders of his generation,” DeWall’s lectures reveal that he is as passionate about his subject as he is knowledgeable. In 24 absorbing lectures, you’ll discover many of the different cognitive, motivational, and emotional factors that underlie social behavior. Along the way, you’ll come to appreciate—and evaluate critically—research in the behavioral sciences, applying what you learn from social psychology research to events in the real world. At the end of this course, you will have clearer self-awareness, better tools to foster friendships and romantic relationships, and a more compassionate heart to become a better global citizen. This course is part of the Learn25 collection. Duration - 10h. Author - Nathan DeWall. Narrator - Nathan DeWall. Published Date - Wednesday, 24 January 2024.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:01:27
Lecture 1: What Is Social Psychology—and Why Does It Matter?
Duration:00:28:18
Lecture 2: How to Use the Tools of Social Psychology
Duration:00:24:27
Lecture 3: Explaining the Social Mind
Duration:00:25:20
Lecture 4: Culture Shapes Everyday Meaning
Duration:00:24:54
Lecture 5: What Is the Self?
Duration:00:24:48
Lecture 6: Managing How We Present Ourselves
Duration:00:24:17
Lecture 7: Mindset Matters When Setting Goals
Duration:00:24:46
Lecture 8: Social Cognition: How Cultural Animals Think
Duration:00:25:06
Lecture 9: Getting a Grip on Decision-Making
Duration:00:24:41
Lecture 10: What Is Emotion?
Duration:00:25:22
Lecture 11: Why People Misunderstand How Emotions Work
Duration:00:24:58
Lecture 12: How People Form Attitudes
Duration:00:25:44
Lecture 13: Why It’s So Difficult to Change Your Mind
Duration:00:23:53
Lecture 14: Why Do Some People Become Heroes?
Duration:00:25:30
Lecture 15: How to Break Down Barriers to Helping
Duration:00:24:09
Lecture 16: Are Some People Born Evil?
Duration:00:25:36
Lecture 17: Situations That Can Make Ordinary People Aggressive
Duration:00:25:30
Lecture 18: What Are the Basic Ingredients of Love and Romance?
Duration:00:25:09
Lecture 19: The Sweet and Bitter of Social Relationships
Duration:00:26:07
Lecture 20: Why Does Prejudice Exist?
Duration:00:25:26
Lecture 21: 5 Ways to Reduce Discrimination
Duration:00:25:10
Lecture 22: Understanding the Power of Persuasion
Duration:00:25:04
Lecture 23: Getting the Most Out of Group Behavior
Duration:00:19:51
Lecture 24: Using Social Psychology to Live Your Best Life
Duration:00:24:31
Ending Credits
Duration:00:00:11