Organized Bodies of Knowledge About Groups of People That Affect

question 6

Short Answer

Organized bodies of knowledge about groups of people that affect how we react to them are called ________.

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Definitions:

Personal Control

An individual's belief in their ability to influence events and their outcomes, often associated with psychological well-being.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological discomfort experienced when holding two or more conflicting beliefs, values, or attitudes, prompting an individual to seek consistency.

Stanley Milgram

A psychologist known for his studies on obedience, demonstrating people's willingness to follow orders from authority figures even to the extent of harming others.

Social Psychologist

A professional who studies how individual thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by the social environment and the presence of other people.