Core Concepts for Understanding Social Engineering with Psychology

• Social Psychology

  • Social influence
  • Attitudes and persuasion
  • Group dynamics

• Cognitive Psychology

  • Cognitive biases
  • Decision-making

• Personality Psychology

  • Manipulation and deception
  • Personality assessment

• Behavioral Psychology

  • Conditioning
  • Reinforcement

• Developmental Psychology

  • Vulnerabilities at different life stages