The subject of study of Social Psychology is social behavior. More specifically, Social Psychology examines the actions, thoughts, and feelings of individuals, as they are shaped within the context of their interpersonal relationships and as a result of their participation in social groups.

It also investigates the role of social influence and the broader cultural framework in which individuals find themselves and the interaction of these factors with their characteristics and inherent predispositions. In other words, Social Psychology deals with a complex yet fascinating aspect of human behavior.

This book provides an overview of the key issues explored by socio-psychological theories and research, such as social cognition, cognitive biases and attribution of causes, self-perception, attitude formation and change, group dynamics, leadership, prejudice and intergroup relations, aggression, altruism, and close interpersonal relationships.

It describes the most significant phenomena, emphasizing both classic and contemporary theoretical approaches, presenting representative research and their conclusions, and using examples from everyday experience.

This book is aimed at undergraduate and graduate students of Psychology and related fields of social sciences. It is also directed at anyone who wishes to understand social behavior and learn about the contribution of Social Psychology to the study of it.