Social Psychology, Sleep, and Laughter - Forming Impressions and Exploring Mysteries

Explore the fascinating world of social psychology and human behavior in this 65-minute lecture from Yale University's Introduction to Psychology course. Delve into the intricacies of how we form rapid impressions of others and the role of stereotypes in our social interactions. Examine the utility and reliability of stereotypes, as well as the negative impacts of implicit biases. Investigate two prominent psychological mysteries: sleep and laughter. Learn about the purpose of sleep, different sleep types, disorders, and the enigmatic nature of dreams. Discover various theories attempting to explain the causes and evolutionary significance of laughter. Engage with thought-provoking content that bridges social psychology, cognitive science, and evolutionary theory to gain a deeper understanding of human behavior and mental processes.

- Chapter 1. First and Fast: How We Form Impressions of Others.
- Chapter 2. Positive Uses and Negative Effects of Stereotypes.
- Chapter 3. Implicit Attitudes.
- Chapter 4. Question and Answer on Stereotypes.
- Chapter 5. The Minor Mystery of Sleep.
- Chapter 6. The Greater Mystery of Dreams.
- Chapter 7. The True Mystery of Laughter.