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Describe the role of biology and culture in the field of social psychology, after 1990. How do you think the field will change because of this more recent shift? Hello Class, Social Psychology is defined as the study of the mind and behavior when interacting with other people. Since the beginning of time humans have always been social so social psychology takes a closer look at our personality, relationships and group behaviors. Social psychology has witnessed a significant shift towards integrating insights from biology and culture such as neuroimaging advanced neuroimaging techniques, such as fMRI and EEG, has allowed researchers to explore the neural mechanisms underlying social cognition and behavior (Pedersen, 2021). The neuroscientific advances of these allow social psychologists to connect with biology and the advancement of technology. Social psychology has increasingly incorporated evolutionary perspectives to understand functions of social behaviors, shedding light on topics like cooperation, and aggression. Research on social cognition has explored how the human mind has evolved to navigate complex social environments. The1990 period has seen a surge in cross-cultural research, examining how cultural variations influence social cognition, emotions, and interpersonal relationships. The emergence of cultural neuroscience explores the interplay between cultural factors and neural processes, offering a nuanced understanding of cultural influences on cognition (Pedersen, 2021) . The study of cultural evolution has expanded social psychology's scope, with researchers examining how cultural memes, beliefs, and norms evolve and shape social dynamics over time (Mistry, J. 2013). This in return has prompted social psychologists to explore the impact of cultural diversity on social identity, intergroup relations, and collective action. The future of social psychology is likely to witness increased collaboration with disciplines such as neuroscience, anthropology, and genetics, fostering an in depth understanding of human behavior (Mistry, J. 2013). Researchers may adopt biocultural approaches that bridge biological and cultural perspectives, emphasizing the dynamic interplay between genetic predispositions and cultural influences. Advances in technology, including virtual reality and real-time neuroimaging, may open new insight for studying social behavior in settings. The integration of big data analytics and cultural studies may enable researchers to analyze cultural patterns and their impact on social phenomena. Crum, J. (2020). Future applications of Real-World Neuroimaging to Clinical Psychology. Psychological Reports , 124 (6), 2403–2426. https://doi.org/10.1177/0033294120926669 Mistry, J. (2013). Integration of culture and biology in human development. Advances in Child Development & Behavior , 45 , 287–314. Newton, T. (2023). Psychology: Where history, culture, and biology meet. Theory & Psychology , 33 (1), 3–23. https://doi-org.ezproxy.snhu.edu/10.1177/09593543221131782

Pedersen, T. (2021, December 13). All about functional magnetic resonance Imaging (FMRI) . Psych Central. https://psychcentral.com/lib/what-is-functional-magnetic-resonance- imaging-fmri Valsiner, J. (2015). Where are you, Culture & Psychology? Making of an interdisciplinary field. Culture & Psychology , 21 (4), 419–428. https://doi-org.ezproxy.snhu.edu/10.1177/1354067X15606862

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