Psychology

Optional Extra credit assignment (if you were unable to attend the presentations)

1. Find a current news article or viral video that you can clearly connect to psychology concepts.

2. Write a general summary of the article or video (include web address or url) in your first paragraph. In the subsequent paragraphs, complete # 3 & #4 below.

3. Identify and Explain the specific psychological concepts/theories or terms that are related to this video or article.

4. Identify specific examples of those specific psychological concepts/theories or terms that are found within the article or video.

5. Your completed product should be at least 1 page in length.

Do not use articles written about a specific psychology topic. The purpose is for you to find something in the news or a video that you can then connect to psychology using your critical thinking skills.

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Specific concepts are related to the article. Firstly, norms- these are rules for expected behavior. Secondly, conformity- that is the behavior that is a response to a specific pressure group. Thirdly, divergent thinking…

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