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Conformity and Obedience

The psychological phenomena where individuals change their behavior to match the actions of a larger group, and obey authority figures, even if it goes against their personal beliefs or values, including the factors that influence these behaviors such as social roles, group size, and authority presence

intermediate
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Conformity and obedience are fundamental concepts in social psychology that explain how individuals adjust their behaviors in response to social influences. Conformity refers to the tendency to align one's attitudes and behaviors with those of a group, often driven by the desire for acceptance. On t...

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Key Terms

Conformity
Adjusting behaviors or beliefs to align with group norms.

Example: A student dressing like their friends to fit in.

Obedience
Following commands from an authority figure.

Example: A soldier following orders from a superior.

Social Norms
Expected standards of behavior within a group.

Example: Shaking hands when greeting someone.

Peer Pressure
Influence from members of one's peer group.

Example: Teenagers trying smoking because their friends do.

Milgram Experiment
A study on obedience where participants administered shocks to others.

Example: Participants believed they were harming others under authority's orders.

Groupthink
A phenomenon where the desire for harmony in a group leads to poor decision-making.

Example: A team agreeing on a flawed plan to avoid conflict.

Related Topics

Social Psychology
The study of how individuals influence and are influenced by others.
intermediate
Group Dynamics
The study of how people interact in groups and the effects on behavior.
intermediate
Cognitive Dissonance
The mental discomfort experienced when holding conflicting beliefs.
intermediate

Key Concepts

Social InfluenceGroup DynamicsAuthorityPeer Pressure