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Social Influence and Conformity

The ways in which the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors of individuals are influenced by the presence of others, including social loafing, conformity, stereotypes, coercive persuasion, and groupthink, highlighting the complex dynamics of human social interaction and decision-making

intermediate
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Social influence and conformity are essential concepts in understanding human behavior. Social influence refers to how individuals change their thoughts and actions based on the presence of others, while conformity specifically involves adjusting one's behavior to align with group norms. These pheno...

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Key Terms

Social Influence
The effect that the words, actions, or mere presence of other people have on our thoughts, feelings, attitudes, or behavior.

Example: Peer pressure is a form of social influence.

Conformity
Adjusting one's behavior or thinking to align with the group standards.

Example: Wearing similar clothes to fit in with friends.

Normative Influence
Influence that leads to conformity in order to be liked or accepted by others.

Example: Agreeing with a group opinion to avoid conflict.

Informational Influence
Influence that leads to conformity because we believe others are correct.

Example: Following a crowd during an emergency.

Groupthink
A psychological phenomenon where the desire for harmony in a group results in irrational decision-making.

Example: A team ignoring alternative solutions to maintain consensus.

Social Norms
Expected standards of conduct within a group.

Example: Shaking hands when meeting someone.

Related Topics

Social Psychology
The study of how people's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by the actual, imagined, or implied presence of others.
intermediate
Group Dynamics
The study of how people interact in groups and the effects of group membership on behavior.
intermediate
Persuasion Techniques
Methods used to influence others' attitudes or behaviors.
advanced

Key Concepts

Normative InfluenceInformational InfluenceGroupthinkSocial Norms