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In my self-reflection on specialization in socialization psychology, I’ve deepened my understanding of how social interactions shape individual behavior and identity. I’ve explored the nuances of social biases and how they influence perceptions and actions within diverse groups. This reflection...

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Deshandolyn Timmons

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PSY 2012

23 August 2024



Social Psychology In My Personal Life
Social psychology is a specialized field within psychology that explores how individuals interact

with the world around them. When we observe others, how do they make us feel, what thoughts

arise? Do we harbor unconscious prejudices that influence our perceptions of people we don’t

know? How do we react in various situations and are we different around certain groups of

people versus others? How does our behavior change?

For some, if not many, peers' influence plays a significant role in their thoughts and

actions. Now, this can be a positive or a negative.This can develop in different ways from the

clothes they decide to wear, all the way to the way they treat others. Personally, through certain

stages in my life, I have noticed that it is difficult to want to be myself within groups of people

because of the reactions I would get to my goofy and analytical nature. It took me a long time to

understand social cues when I was around other people, something I still struggle with, so, in

turn, I tend to overthink seemingly simple situations. Growing up and even now, I’ve often found

myself conflicted about when it’s appropriate to say or do certain things. As a result, I’ve tended

to stick to small circles, usually with just two or three close friends.



Other areas where social biases can influence my life is my perception of others and

situations that have caused certain outcomes. As a Black individual that has attended a

predominately White, Christian school from third to eleventh grade, for the majority of my life,

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