Social Psychology

1. Interpersonal Relationships
   1. Attraction and Love
      1. Factors Influencing Attraction
         1. Proximity
            1. Mere Exposure Effect
            2. Geographic Proximity vs. Virtual Proximity
         2. Similarity
            1. Attitudinal Similarity
            2. Personality Congruence
            3. Values and Beliefs
         3. Physical Attractiveness
            1. Cultural Standards of Beauty
            2. Role of Symmetry and Health Indicators
         4. Reciprocal Liking
            1. Mutual Affection
            2. Positive Feedback Loop
         5. Social and Cultural Preferences
            1. Influence of Social Norms
      2. Theories of Love
         1. Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love
            1. Intimacy
               1. Emotional Closeness
               2. Bonding
            2. Passion
               1. Physical Attraction
               2. Sexual Desire
            3. Commitment
               1. Decision to Love
               2. Long-term Commitment
         2. Attachment Styles
            1. Secure Attachment
               1. Healthy Interdependence
               2. Comfortable with Intimacy
            2. Anxious-Preoccupied Attachment
               1. Overdependence on Partner
               2. High Anxiety
            3. Dismissive-Avoidant Attachment
               1. Independence and Self-sufficiency
               2. Avoidance of Intimacy
            4. Fearful-Avoidant Attachment
               1. Mixed Feelings
               2. Desire closeness but fear rejection
         3. Evolutionary Perspectives on Love
            1. Mate Selection Criteria
            2. Parental Investment Theory
         4. Social Exchange Theory in Relationships
            1. Cost-Benefit Analysis
            2. Equity and Fairness
   2. Communication in Relationships
      1. Verbal Communication
         1. Effective Listening Skills
         2. Expression of Emotions
         3. Clarity and Directness
      2. Nonverbal Communication
         1. Body Language and Facial Expressions
         2. Tone of Voice
         3. Use of Space and Proximity
      3. Communication Styles
         1. Assertive Communication
            1. Direct and Respectful
         2. Passive Communication
            1. Avoidance of Conflict
         3. Aggressive Communication
            1. Hostile Interaction
         4. Passive-Aggressive Communication
            1. Indirect Resistance
      4. Conflict Resolution
         1. Identifying Sources of Conflict
            1. Miscommunication
            2. Different Values and Goals
         2. Strategies for Resolution
            1. Compromise
            2. Collaborative Problem Solving
            3. Seeking Mediation or Counseling
         3. Impact of Unresolved Conflict
            1. Relationship Deterioration
            2. Emotional and Psychological Effects
      5. Role of Technology in Communication
         1. Digital Communication Channels
         2. Impact of Social Media on Relationship Dynamics
         3. Challenges and Opportunities with Online Communication
   3. Relationship Dynamics and Development
      1. Stages of Relationship Development
         1. Initiation
         2. Experimentation
         3. Intensification
         4. Integration
         5. Bonding
         6. Differentiation
         7. Stagnation
         8. Termination
      2. Maintenance of Relationships
         1. Relationship Maintenance Behaviors
            1. Positivity, Assurances, Sharing Tasks
         2. Importance of Mutual Support
         3. Balancing Independence and Togetherness
      3. Impact of Life Transitions on Relationships
         1. Marriage and Cohabitation
         2. Parenthood
         3. Aging and Long-Term Commitments
   4. Challenges in Interpersonal Relationships
      1. Power and Control Issues
         1. Dynamics of Dominance and Submission
         2. Equal Partnerships
      2. Managing Stress and Life Events
         1. Financial Stress
         2. Job Changes and Relocation
      3. Handling Infidelity and Trust Issues
      4. Ending Relationships
         1. Decision to Separate
         2. Coping with Breakup or Divorce
         3. Impact on Social Networks and Families
   5. Cultural and Societal Influences on Relationships
      1. Influence of Cultural Norms and Traditions
      2. Role of Family Systems and Arranged Marriages
      3. Trends in Modern Relationships
         1. Rise of Co-living and Cohabitation
         2. Increasing Acceptance of Diverse Relationship Structures