Socially Psyched

Bo Bennett

Description

This is a collection of what I feel are some of the most important social/cognitive psychology experiments, studies, demonstrations, biases, and systematic reviews, presented in an entertaining way while adhering to academic standards.

I have always been fascinated by how our behaviors, cognition (thoughts), and affect (how we feel) are greatly dependent upon our social environment and our imperfect brains. I find it fascinating–perhaps because I am an American who was raised in the typical American cultural environment where I learned that what we consider "the self" consists of some magic "soul" that defines who we are–our behaviors (including choices and decisions), our cognition (including thoughts and beliefs), and our feelings. This could not be further from the truth. "We" are a result of an often incomprehensible interaction between biology and environment where some traits are more greatly influenced by social factors than others. Who we are is a result of social forces–the influence of other people and the human-created systems in which we operate. We can ignore this fact, maintain an illusion of control, or face reality and learn how to navigate this world and come out on top–personally, professionally, and financially. I choose the latter.

My name is Bo Bennett, and I hold a PhD in social psychology with a passion for this subject. While this book is not about me, my interpretations and commentary do make up most of the sections of each entry based on the content written by the original authors of the research or other sources–each of which will be cited when used.
Enjoy this short book!

Bo Bennett, PhD

Sujets

• Social Psychology
• Sociologie, société et politique
• Psychology

Informations

• Publié par: eBookIt.com
• Date de parution: 27 janvier 2020
• Nombre de lectures: 0
• EAN13: 9781456634353
• Langue: English

Extrait

Socially Psyched
A Short Book Breaking Down Over a Dozen of the Most Important Findings in Social Psychology
 
by
Bo Bennett, PhD
 
 
Copyright 2020 Bo Bennett, PhD,
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Published in eBook format by eBookIt.com
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ISBN-13: 978-1-4566-3435-3
 
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About
This is a collection of what I feel are some of the most important social/cognitive psychology experiments, studies, demonstrations, biases, and systematic reviews, presented in an entertaining way while adhering to academic standards.
I have always been fascinated by how our behaviors, cognition (thoughts), and affect (how we feel) are greatly dependent upon our social environment and our imperfect brains. I find it fascinating--perhaps because I am an American who was raised in the typical American cultural environment where I learned that what we consider "the self" consists of some magic "soul" that defines who we are—our behaviors (including choices and decisions), our cognition (including thoughts and beliefs), and our feelings. This could not be further from the truth. "We" are a result of an often incomprehensible interaction between biology and environment where some traits are more greatly influenced by social factors than others. Who we are is a result of social forces—the influence of other people and the human-created systems in which we operate. We can ignore this fact, maintain an illusion of control, or face reality and learn how to navigate this world and come out on top—personally, professionally, and financially. I choose the latter.
My name is Bo Bennett, and I hold a PhD in social psychology with a passion for this subject. You can find out more about me at BoBennett.com. While this site is not about me, my interpretations and commentary do make up most of the sections of each entry based on the content written by the original authors of the research or other sources—each of which will be cited when used.
Enjoy this short book!
Bo Bennett, PhD

Contents
About
The Structure of Each Entry
Brain Porn (Neuro Bunk)
"But You Are Free"
Cognitive Dissonance
Foot in the Door Phenomenon
Good Samaritan
Innocent Victim
Marshmallow Experiments
Mere Exposure Effect
Milgram's Obedience to Authority
Minimal Group Paradigm
On Being Sane in Insane Places
Reconstruction of Automobile Destruction
Robbers Cave Experiment
Smoke Filled Room
Stanford Prison Experiment
Xerox Mindfulness Experiment
The Structure of Each Entry
Main Findings
This is what the research findings suggest—usually a statement of fact. Remember that main findings are based on a sample of the whole population. Therefore, if a study finds that "white men can't jump," it should not be taken to mean that no white man can jump anywhere in the world. This is where the details of the study help. And for the record, I am a white man and I can jump well over 6 inches, so I take offense to this claim.
Video Introduction
I recorded my own video introductions for most experiments that last about five minutes each. The goal is for me to summarize the important points of the research in a non-scripted, casual, and hopefully entertaining way.
Summary
This is my summary of the research using cited facts from the research. I write in a personal style that should make this book fun to read without taking away from the seriousness of the findings and the scientific integrity.
Results
Here I will describe the results of the research in as much detail as needed.
Criticisms
These are the problems with the research. In general, this section is an amalgam of public criticism and my own personal beefs with the study and reasons why—if I have any.
Applied Ideas
This is perhaps the most useful section. What good is research if actions don't result from the findings? This is my personal advice as to how one can use the information in the research and apply it to life and/or business.
More Video
If there is a video on YouTube that helps to elucidate the research, I will include it.
Other Details
Some specifics on the research that will help those interested pursue more information.