Introduction
Social cognition is the study of how individuals understand and respond to social cues, shaping behavior, decision-making, and interpersonal interactions. Drawing from psychology and neuroscience, it explores brain functions related to empathy, emotion, and moral judgment. Theories like theory of mind, attribution, and schema theory explain how people interpret others' actions. Social cognition has wide applications in mental health, education, and AI, enhancing communication and promoting better social understanding.
It plays a crucial role in developing targeted therapies for conditions like autism and schizophrenia. Understanding social cognition also helps reduce bias, improve relationships, and build more inclusive societies.