Intergroup relations is a field of social psychology that focuses on the interaction and perceptions between different social groups, such as ethnic groups, religious groups, or political groups. Researchers in this area study how individuals from different groups perceive and interact with one another, as well as the social, cognitive, and motivational processes that influence these interactions. Intergroup relations research often explores topics such as prejudice, discrimination, intergroup conflict, and strategies for reducing intergroup tensions and promoting positive intergroup relations.