Impact processes involve the study of how various factors or events influence individuals, groups, organizations, or communities. This research area seeks to understand the impact of external forces such as economic conditions, social trends, technological advancements, or government policies on the behaviors, attitudes, and outcomes of individuals or entities. Researchers in this field use a variety of methods, including surveys, interviews, experiments, and data analysis, to examine how these factors shape or alter decision-making processes, relationships, beliefs, and outcomes. Overall, impact processes research seeks to identify the causal mechanisms underlying change and development in various contexts.