International Review of Social Psychology
Scope & Guideline
Fostering Global Dialogue in Social Psychology
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Social Influence and Conformity:
The journal frequently publishes studies investigating how social norms and group dynamics influence individual behavior, including conformity and deviance in various contexts. - Intergroup Relations and Identity:
Research examining the dynamics of intergroup relations, including prejudice, discrimination, and group identity, is a core focus, with an emphasis on how these factors shape social cohesion and conflict. - Moral and Ethical Decision-Making:
The journal explores moral psychology, particularly how individuals navigate ethical dilemmas and the impact of social context on moral judgments and behaviors. - Political Psychology:
The intersection of psychology and political processes is a significant area of interest, including studies on political identity, extremism, and the psychological underpinnings of group behavior in political contexts. - Psychological Responses to Social Issues:
The journal addresses contemporary social issues such as racism, colonialism, and social justice, emphasizing how psychological theories can inform understanding and solutions to these pressing problems.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of Social Media on Behavior:
There is a growing focus on how social media influences individual behavior, self-perception, and social interactions, particularly in the context of cyber-ostracism and online identity. - Environmental Psychology and Social Change:
Research addressing environmental issues and the psychological factors driving social change reflects an emerging concern for sustainability and collective action against climate change. - Psychological Dynamics of Political Extremism:
An increase in studies exploring the psychological mechanisms behind political extremism and polarization indicates a rising interest in understanding these phenomena in contemporary society. - Mental Health and Social Inequality:
The intersection of mental health issues with social inequalities, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, has gained prominence, emphasizing the need to understand psychological responses to social crises. - Interdisciplinary Approaches to Social Participation:
Emerging themes in measuring and understanding social participation reflect a trend towards interdisciplinary research, integrating insights from sociology, political science, and psychology.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Gender Roles and Stereotypes:
Research focusing on traditional gender roles, while still relevant, has seen a decline in frequency, possibly due to a shift towards more contemporary understandings of gender fluidity and intersectionality. - Basic Cognitive Processes in Social Contexts:
Studies centered on foundational cognitive processes, such as simple perception and memory without strong social contextualization, seem to be less common, suggesting a move towards more complex social interactions. - Longitudinal Studies on Stable Traits:
There appears to be a waning interest in longitudinal studies that focus solely on stable personality traits without considering situational influences, as the field increasingly values situational and contextual factors.
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