Discussion lead

Discussion Lead

Here are the guidelines:

1) Please provide at least two questions to the Discussion for students to answer based on the information provided below. Please provide questions using the references provided.

In this final module, we will explore the applications of social psychology to areas such as clinical psychology, law, and the environment.

You will read the articles below, respond to Discussion 8, submit Exam 4, and submit your poster presentation to the designated discussion board.

The course learning outcomes covered in this module are:

-Discuss major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in social psychology

-Critically apply social psychological concepts to enhance one’s understanding of behavior in a societal context.

-Apply social psychological principles to real world issues.

-Write a research proposal and present a poster on a topic related to social psychology.

Applications of Social Psychology

Folk, J. B., Disabato, F.R. Goodman, S. P., MiMauro, J. C. , & Riskind, J. H. (2016). Wise additions bridge the gap between social psychology and Clinical Practice: Cognitive-Behavioral therapy as an exemplar. Journal of Psychotherapy Integration. Advance online publication, 1-18. http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/int0000038

Kassin, S. M. (2015). The social psychology of false confessions. Social Issues and Policy Review, 9(1), 25-51. doi:10.1111/sipr.12009

McDonald, R. I., Newell, B. R., & Denson, T. F. (2014). Would you rule out going green? The effect of inclusion versus exclusion mindset on pro‐environmental willingness. European Journal Of Social Psychology, 44(5), 507-513. doi:10.1002/ejsp.2040

Souchet, L., & Girandola, F. (2013). Double foot‐in‐the‐door, social representations, and environment: Application for energy savings. Journal of Applied Social Psychology, 43(2), 306-315. doi:10.1111/j.1559-1816.2012.01000.x