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Social Psychology (10th Edition)

10th Edition

ISBN:9780134641287

Author:Elliot Aronson, Timothy D. Wilson, Robin M. Akert, Samuel R. Sommers

Publisher:Elliot Aronson, Timothy D. Wilson, Robin M. Akert, Samuel R. Sommers

Chapter1: Introducing Social Psychology

Section: Chapter Questions

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How do those people interact with the natural environment and what impact does the environment have on how they live?

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Introduction

The most simple definition of environment is something that is surrounding and enveloping us. Therefore environment comprises of social, political, economic, cultural, and natural environment enveloping and surrounding individuals.

Explanation

Environment, society, and individuals are very closely associated with one another. The ways individuals interact depends on the type of environment they are in. At the same time, social interactions and behaviors impact the natural environment. The following sentences will explain the same:

Environment sociology argues that social interaction, individual behaviors, attitudes, and lifestyle have a huge impact on the natural environment. The taken-for-granted approached adopted by individuals and society towards nature has resulted in the exploitation and degradation of natural resources. Social arrangements, social organizations, and common rationality play a vital role in determining the direction of this exploitative relationship.
Similarly, the nature of the environment, such as social, political, or economical, determines and informs the social interaction. For example, the interaction taking place in the private social sphere is different than the public. Political environment and situation invoke a different kind of social interaction. The variation in the nature of social interaction is dependent on the perception of individuals, rationality, and interpretation of social reality.