Researchers have found that people tend to be less inhibited in their behavior and take greater risks when they are in a group than when they are alone. Of the following mental health professionals, ________ psychologists would probably have the most interest in these findings.
A) experimental
B) personality
C) developmental
D) social

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Social psychologists study how individuals are affected by the presence of others and how groups behave collectively. This includes studying how group dynamics can influence behavior, such as the tendency to take greater risks or be less inhibited when in a group. Experimental psychologists focus on conducting studies to test hypotheses, personality psychologists study individual differences, and developmental psychologists study the development of individuals over the lifespan, so they may not be as focused on group behavior as social psychologists.

Researchers Have Found That People Tend to Be Less Inhibited