Overview
Informational social influence is a crucial concept in understanding how individuals conform to the beliefs and behaviors of others. It occurs when people look to others for guidance, especially in uncertain situations, believing that those individuals possess accurate information. This type of infl...
Key Terms
Example: A student changes their opinion on a topic after hearing classmates discuss it.
Example: Choosing a restaurant based on how many people are dining there.
Example: How team members communicate and collaborate on a project.
Example: Choosing a college based on peer recommendations.
Example: Wearing trendy clothes to fit in with peers.
Example: Not knowing the correct answer on a test.
Related Topics
Normative Social Influence
Focuses on conformity driven by the desire to be accepted by others.
intermediateGroupthink
A psychological phenomenon where the desire for harmony in a group leads to poor decision-making.
advancedCognitive Dissonance
The mental discomfort experienced when holding two conflicting beliefs or values.
intermediateKey Concepts
conformitysocial proofgroup dynamicsdecision making