Posts Tagged: Persuation

The Psychology of Incitement to Violence: It is Not New

Posted by & filed under Aggression, Group Processes, Legal Ethical Issues, Persuasion, Social Perception, Social Psychology, Social Psychology.

Description: Discussion and debate about the factors that lead up to the violent actions taken by supporters of Donald Trump in Washington on January 6, 2021 are often wrapped in political stances and loyalties. As the Senate trial of Donald Trump on the single article of impeachment of encouraging insurrection approaches it is useful to… Read more »

Psychology of Covid-19: COVID Messaging – Time for Behavioral Science

Posted by & filed under Altruism Prosocial Behaviour, Attitude Formation Change, Health Psychology, Motivation-Emotion, Persuasion, Social Influence, Social Psychology, Social Psychology.

Description: As we isolate and socially distance (more or less) out way into the holiday season it is a good time to think about others. Yes, that might involve giving something to your local food bank (good idea!), but what about the sort of “thinking of others” that is behind the pleas from health officials… Read more »