Abstract
This paper proposes the Socio-Psycho Quotient (SPQ), a novel metric designed to evaluate the capability of systems—both human and artificial, to perceive, interpret, and influence the psychological and social dynamics of human environments. Unlike traditional metrics such as Intelligence Quotient (IQ) or Emotional Quotient (EQ), SPQ provides a composite measure of socio-psychological influence, adaptability, ethical manipulation, and contextual understanding. The formulation of SPQ, its components, theoretical foundation, evaluation framework, and practical implications in areas such as AI-human interaction, policy, and ethics are thoroughly discussed.
References
Foundational Psychology and Social Influence
"Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion" – Robert B. Cialdini
A seminal book on how persuasion works, essential for understanding Pi (Persuasion Capability Index).
"The Social Animal" – Elliot Aronson
Offers insights into social behavior and interpretation—key to Si (Social Interpretation Index).
"Thinking, Fast and Slow" – Daniel Kahneman
Explores cognitive biases and decision-making—relevant for ethical manipulation and behavior adaptation.
"Social Intelligence: The New Science of Human Relationships" – Daniel Goleman
Critical for linking EQ, SQ, and broader socio-psychological intelligence.
AI, Ethics, and Human-Computer Interaction
"Artificial Intelligence: A Modern Approach" – Stuart Russell & Peter Norvig
Standard reference for AI foundations, including adaptive learning models used in Ai (Adaptive Interaction Index).
"The Age of Surveillance Capitalism" – Shoshana Zuboff
Provides a critical view of how digital systems influence behavior—essential for SPQ ethical boundaries (Ei).
"Ethics of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics" – Edward N. Zalta (Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy)
A comprehensive reference for ethical considerations in AI.
Measurement, Metrics, and Quotient Development
"Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ" – Daniel Goleman
Helps draw parallels and distinctions between EQ and SPQ.
"Psychological Testing: Principles, Applications, and Issues" – Robert Kaplan & Dennis Saccuzzo
Useful for structuring standardized testing and scoring frameworks for SPQ.
"Handbook of Human-Computer Interaction" – M.G. Helander, T.K. Landauer, and P.V. Prabhu
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