200016 PS Introductory Seminar Social Psychology (2017S)

This course introduces various topics and issues of scientific and societal relevance in the rich field of wellbeing research. The general aim is to give a thorough overview of the current social psychological theories and research findings related to the area of wellbeing. Accordingly, we will explore core theoretical approaches and research perspectives, methodologies and recent developments in this area.

The primary goal is to train students in their understanding and use of basic theories and research paradigms of social psychology that apply to wellbeing issues manifested mainly in social, consumer and health behaviour.

Covered topics --> conceptual and methodological issues, judgmental and regulatory processes, mindfulness, personality, social relations and wellbeing in consumption context.

Competence development of primary focus --> conceptual and critical thinking, use and integration of scientific literature, operalization from theoretical to empirical, writing skills.

How --> knowledge/opinion transfer will take place mainly via presentations, reviews & opinion papers, and open discussions.