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1.) Regret Theory

This is a psychological theory that states that a person's anticipated regret can affect their decision-making process. This can cause someone to inadvertently miss good opportunities or good choices, especially financially, because of the anticipated regret of making the wrong choice, ultimately leading to them avoiding making a choice altogether.

2.) Attachment Theory

This is also a psychological theory that proposes the idea that a person's first connections in early infancy and childhood, mainly with their parents, can affect how they form relationships throughout the rest of their life, especially romantic relationships.

3.) Confirmation Bias

This is another psychological theory that covers a very wide spectrum, almost an umbrella term for many other similar theories. Confirmation bias is the human tendency to place more trust in and heavily favor information that confirms one's own beliefs, ideas, and assumptions.

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1.) The first theory that I’m interested in researching and discovering more about is the theory of in-group/out-group bias. I think this interests me because it’s something that has such an impact on society and people’s day to day lives. In-group/out-group bias applies to the way that we often tend to seek comfort in groups where people share similar qualities to our own, whether they are physical, have to do with personality, wealth, etc. This way of thinking is very prevalent and one to consider. It has been studied by sociologists in the social sciences for some time.

2.) The self-fulfilling prophecy theory is an interesting one to explore that sociologists often study under social sciences. People can often have a mislead idea about this theory, believing it has to do with wishing something into existence but that isn’t true. Instead this idea describes how people have a tendency to make decisions and actions that influence their lives until they achieve what they desire. People sometimes refer to this as “manifestation,” but it is more about how our wishes lead to actions and change.

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1. Attachment Theory

This psychological theory is very interesting to me and I would love t write about it. I would love to learn the deep mental and physical bonds that couples build together.

2. Fatigue theory

The fatigue theory I would love to learn about is the fatigue theory. I believe this is a very interesting one to see how certain things wear people out. Things such as work, school, or even family. I want to see how it makes people feel emotionally and mentally.

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1. Projection Bias is apart of the psychology discipline. Projection bias is your current mental state affecting how something is in the future or in easier terms "self forecasting". Example: You go grocery shopping while hungry so you get everything you are craving in that moment. You get home and cook but snack at the same time now you aren't hungry when your food is done and wasted your money on stuff you don't want to eat.

2. I would like to write about Birth Order theory. Birth order is apart of the psychology discipline. This is about how depending on what order you are born in creates how you grow up and are as person.

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1.) The first theory that I am interested in writing about is stereotypes, which is in the category of psychology. This theory is generalizations about a particular group of people, and can be both positive or negative. Stereotypes determine how people interact. I believe that it would be interesting to figure out why and how stereotyping became something that is normal, and how harmful it can be,

2.) The second theory that I am interested in is social influence, which is in the category of psychology. Social influence is the influence of someone's actions or words on another person. This influence changes the way a person perceives themselves in many aspects of life. It would be interesting to write about how social influencing impacts the actions of people, especially when it comes to over consumption.

3.) The last theory that I am interested in is persuasion, which is in the category of psychology. Persuasion is the act of causing someone else to change either their mental systems or external behavior. It may be the change in how someone thinks, acts, or displays themselves. I would like to understand the deeper aspects of persuasion, and the negative and positive impacts it can have on an individual.

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1. Aggression- This is a psychological theory. I feel that this would be a good theory to write about because I could learn a lot from it.

2. Attachment Theory- This is also a psychological theory. I think this would be an interesting theory to write about because I would like to learn about how and why people form emotional bonds and relationships.

3. Social Comparison Theory- This is a sociological theory. This theory consists of people valuing there selves as they compare to others and I would like to figure out why people do that.

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1.) Fatigue Theory

The first theory that I am interested in is the Fatigue Theory which would be in the category of psychology. Workload, stress, and lifestyle decisions all have an impact on how we balance energy use and restoration in our lives, which leads to fatigue. We can improve our general well-being and productivity by effectively managing our energy through techniques like stress management and getting enough sleep.

2.) Self-Regulation Theory

The second theory that I am interested in is Self-Regulation Theory which would be in the category of psychology, specifically cognitive or social psychology. The skill of self-regulation is striking the correct balance between claiming our own independence and enjoying the benefits of outside direction. It entails changing tactics to successfully negotiate the difficulties of pursuing goals. We can support personal development and realize our goals by improving our self-awareness and creating adaptable strategies for controlling our emotions and behaviors.

3.) Planned Behavior Theory

The third theory that I am interested in is Planned Behavior Theory, which would be in the category of psychology, specifically behavior or social. Planned behavior believes that our actions are determined by our intentions, our self-efficacy beliefs, and the context of our environment. In order to close the gap between our intentions and acts of kindness, we need to increase our confidence in our capacity to complete tasks and establish conditions that will support our objectives. The probability of attaining our intended goals can be raised by being proactive in resolving roadblocks and establishing clear intentions.

4.) Attachment Theory

The fourth theory that I am interested in is Attachment Theory, which would be in the category of psychology, specifically developmental or social. According to attachment theory, our early interactions with caregivers influence how we relate to people for the rest of our lives. We can lessen the detrimental effects of insecure attachment styles and increase emotional resilience by developing self-awareness and stable relationships. Making an investment in developing relationships now can pay off later in life with more satisfied and meaningful partnerships.

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1. Attachment Theory (Psychology Discipline)

1. The attachment theory is the examination of the dynamics of relationships and connections, especially with long-term relationships. An example of attachment theory is between parents and their children and between romantic partners. It provides a psychological framework for understanding the emotional connections and relationships individuals' form. According to this theory, individuals are inherently driven to form bonds with caregivers in childhood, which can impact their attachments across the lifespan.

2. Art-Network Theory (Communication Discipline)

1. Art-Network Theory posits that both human and non-human elements play a significant role in the success of technological innovation and specific knowledge creation. It examines the formation of networks and their contribution to these achievements, asserting that no single individual or entity can be solely credited for these advances. As such, both actors and networks are jointly responsible for realizing these outcomes.

3. Conflict Theory (Sociology Discipline)

1. Conflict Theory suggests society is in a constant state of conflict due to competition for finite resources. This asserts that social order is upheld through domination and power, rather than through consensus and compliance. Individuals and groups with wealth and power strive to retain their status through various means, often by subduing those who are less privileged. A fundamental tenet of this theory is that individuals and groups seek to enhance their wealth and power.

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1. Frustration-Aggression Theory (Discipline: Psychology):

The Frustration-Aggression Theory states that when someone is close to their goal, they tend to get frustrated, sometimes to the point of aggression. Usually, the person's frustration is much greater the closer they are to their goal and depending on the person it can lead to aggression. Though, many tend to know it is wrong to show their aggression, so they show it through the form of speeding or playing a sport. One study that was done with this theory was when scientists put children behind one side of a wire screen and then toys on the other to evaluate their behavior, and then to see how the children played with the toys once they were able to have it. Typically, most kids were very rough with the toys once they possessed it.

2. James-Lange Theory of Emotion (Discipline: Modern Psychology):

The James-Lange Theory of Emotion states that the human body will go through physical changes before the person experiences the actual emotion that an event caused. When this theory takes place, physical changes that can occur in the body include sweating, increased heart rate, and more. The theory says the steps to this process include an event, which causes an arousal of some sort. Lastly, the arousal is interpreted into a specific emotion. An example of this occurring would be coming face-to-face with a dangerous animal and nothing to protect yourself with, which will cause the person in the scenario to possibly seize up from muscle tension and for their heart rate to possibly accelerate before they come to the emotion of fear.

3. Status-Quo Bias (Discipline: Psychology; Cognitive Bias based in Emotion):

The Status-Quo Bias states that most humans are against change in their lives. This theory shows how people will make decisions that will ensure change will not occur or not have a big impact on their life, and it shows why people have routines or choose the same meal at a restaurant. Essentially, many who are affected by this theory feel that they will cause issues in their life from straying from their normal, so most don't change anything if they see nothing wrong with everything going on in their life. An example would be a person taking a specific route to work each day because they know that route is the quickest and usually safest way for them to go to work each day.

4. Escape Theory (Discipline: Social Psychology):

The Escape Theory is when people participate in a specific activity to get away from their lives for a moment, or to help them with something they do not like about themselves (Emotions, reactions to things, physical features, and more). The activities that some may participate in can be simple everyday things like reading, drawing, sports, or more. However, some participate in more harmful activities like drinking, smoking, or even activities like extreme sports. The theory says that it does not work when people try to escape from their lives or themselves, but many try through those activities and many more. An example would be someone who goes to the bar on the weekend with their friends when they do not enjoy their job and struggle to maintain a romantic relationship.

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1) Stereotypes

My first theory I would be interested in writing about is the theory of Stereotypes, which would be in the category of psychology. The theory Stereotypes is grouping different people together based off of their characteristics. The grouping can either be in a bad way or positive way depending on the characteristic.

2) Friendship

My second theory that I would be interested in writing about as my backup would be Friendship, which is also in the psychology group. The theory of friendship gives different examples of what may cause two people to connect together and form a bond. It gives examples of what draws people together before they even know them, and gives examples of friendship when the two people get to know each other a little more.

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Social Theories:

I want to write about Goal Setting theory is a psychological theory which explains that behavior is influenced by goals and emphasizes that there are several factors that might have an impact on it, including task complexity, self worth, dedication, importance, and feedback.

Another theory that I would like to write about is the consistency theory which is a psychological theory that states employees will discover satisfying habits that improve their drive to operate in accordance with their self-image and cognitive balance.

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1. The first theory I am interested in is Birth Order theory. Birth Order Theory suggests that the order in which a child is born shapes their development and personality.

2. the second theory I am interested in is the Illusion of transparency which is a theory that suggests that people tend to overestimate the degree to which their mental or emotional state is known by others, or an overestimation of their own understanding of the emotional or mental state of others.

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The theory I would love to write about is the Attachment Theory. This is considered a psychological theory that suggest that people build a certain style of attachments in relationships based on experiences from childhood. A few attachment styles have been explored such as secure, avoidant, and anxious.

Another possible theory would be the Spiral of Silence Theory. This is a political science and mass communication theory. This theory states that an individuals willingness to express their own opinion is based on public influences.

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1. My first theory of interest is Forced Compliance. This happens sometimes when a person feels obliged to comply with commands against their will or better judgement; for example, when someone is listening to a person of authority.

2. My second choice is Operant Conditioning. A behavior will increase if it is followed by positive reinforcement. And it will decrease if it is followed by punishment.

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1. The first theory I would like to write about is Classical Conditioning. This is a psychology theory that humans have an ability to learn unconsciously. This is through an unconditioned stimulus and neutral stimulus that creates a conditioned response.

2. The second theory I would like to write about is the Mandela Effect. This is another psychology theory that relates to the misremembering of a certain detail by a large group of a population. There are many things that can cause these false memories and influence other people to remember the same untrue recollections.

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Social Theories:

Feminist theory: is one of the major contemporary sociological theories, which analyzes the status of women and men in society with the purpose of using that knowledge to better women's lives. Feminist theory is most concerned with giving a voice to women and highlighting the various ways women have contributed to society.

Critical Theory: Critical Theory is a social theory that aims to critique and change society as a whole. Critical theories attempt to find the underlying assumptions in social life that keep people from fully and truly understanding how the world works.

Psychology Theories:

Curse of Knowledge: “curse of knowledge,” or “the curse of expertise,” is a cognitive bias where we incorrectly assume that everyone knows as much as we do on a given topic.

Google Effect: Google effect, also called digital amnesia, it is the tendency to forget information that can be found readily online by using Internet search engines.

Just-world hypothesis: or just-world fallacy is the cognitive bias that assumes that "people get what they deserve" – that actions will necessarily have morally fair and fitting consequences for the actor.

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The theory I want to write about is Attachment theory. Attachment theory a psychological explanation for the emotional bonds and relationships between people, particularly between a parent and child and between romantic partners.

Another theory I want to write is Social Learning Theory. Social Learning theory is a psychological approach on how we learn things through observation, imitation, and modeling.

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I want to write about Marxist theory, which is a sociological theory that believes that society revolves around inequalities between ruling capital classes and working classes. It is considered a conflict theory because this theory proves how society has conflict between the capital class and the working class. It got it's name from Karl Marx, and it emphasizes the effects of capitalism on labor, productivity, and economic development. A prime example of this is when capital keeps the working class's salaries low to maximize profits and maintain high growth rate all around the US.

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1. Self-Fulfilling Prophecy Effect

The self-fulfilling prophecy effect is a psychological discipline where the behavior and character of an individual changes and reflects what they believe about themselves or what others tell them is true about themselves. For example, students who were told they were exceptionally intelligent saw improvements in their grades afterwards than students who were not told anything.

2. Classical Conditioning:

Classical Conditioning is a psychological discipline and a learning technique that works to trigger a desired outcome or desired reaction towards a specific stimulus. For example, listening to a specific song only when you are happy can train your brain to feel happy any time you hear that song in the future.

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1. My first theory I was considering was attachment theory. Attachment theory hypothesizes that early caregiver relationships establish social and emotional developmental foundations, but change remains possible across the lifespan due to interpersonal relationships during childhood, adolescence, and adulthood.

2. My second choice I was considering was classical conditioning.Classical conditioning is one of those unconscious learning methods and is the most straightforward way in which humans can learn. Classical conditioning is the process in which an automatic, conditioned response is paired with specific stimuli.

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1. Placebo Effect- The Placebo Effect is my first choice of theory that I want to write about. The Placebo Effect is the psychological discipline where an individual believes something will work, such as any medicine from a doctor that will cure you, in which the psychological response will be that it will work, improving and decreasing the symptoms you are experiencing. For example, taking a sugar pill for aches and pains, thinking it is going to reduce your symptoms but there are no active ingredients to help with pain.

2. Classical Condition- Classical Conditioning is my second choice. Classical Conditioning is a psychological discipline and a type of learning in which a new stimulus triggers a reflexive response due to its association with another stimulus that already produces the response. This can either be a negative or positive response. For example, one may have experienced food poisoning from fish they ate and the negative experience of getting sick after eating fish can lead to a conditioned response where the sight, smell, or even thought of fish can trigger a negative response, such as nausea or avoidance, due to the association formed between fish and feeling sick

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Through reviewing the list of psychological theories embedded within the social sciences unit resources, I've found heavy interest in researching and writing about the Ego Depletion Theory. According to the resource, this psychological phenomenon is defined as an individual's settled attention span amongst short-term priorities through which leads toward ignored-conditioned consequences in long-term elements, ultimately constructing unwise decision-making. Overall, the theory portrays how individuals overutilize their willpower in such minor tasks and express little to no self-control in the subsequences of their futures.

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The theory I want to write about is the Placebo Effect. The Placebo Effect is a psychology discipline that if you believe something is going to work or someone such as a doctor, tells you a specific medicine will cure your issue, then psychologically you believe it works and your symptoms will cease. A common example is headaches.

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The theory I want to write about is the Cannon-Bard Theory of Emotion which is from psychology which states that the brain simultaneously conducts physiological reactions, like breathing, heart rate changes, and emotional experiences in response to an emotionally charged event.

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~~DO NOT PICK~~

1) Bystander Effect Theory

2) Gambler's Fallacy / Hot Hands Theory

3) Stockholm Syndrome

Be aware: your theory should have a NAME (like the examples above).  Do not just write a description WITHOUT the name of  the theory.