Overview
Group values and conformity are essential concepts in understanding social behavior. Group values are the shared beliefs and norms that define a group, creating a sense of identity and belonging among its members. Conformity, on the other hand, is the act of adjusting one's behavior or beliefs to al...
Key Terms
Example: Honesty and teamwork are common group values in a sports team.
Example: A student may dress similarly to their friends to fit in.
Example: Teenagers may feel pressured to try smoking because their friends do.
Example: In some cultures, greeting with a bow is a norm.
Example: People may change their opinions based on group discussions.
Example: Group dynamics can affect decision-making processes.
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.
intermediateGroupthink
A psychological phenomenon where the desire for harmony in a group results in irrational decision-making.
advancedCognitive Dissonance
The mental discomfort experienced when holding two conflicting beliefs or values.
intermediateKey Concepts
social influencegroup dynamicspeer pressurecultural norms