Explanations for resistance to social influence Flashcards
Locus of control, social support
Are those with an internal or external locus of control more likely to resist social influence?
Internal
What did Twenge et al find that criticises the locus of control explanation for resisting social influence?
What is meant by social support?
How can social support lead to resisting social influence?
What did Asch find that supports the idea of social support as an explanation for resisting social influence?
What is locus of control (LOC)?
A psychological concept that refers to the extent to which individuals believe they have control over events in their lives.
What characteristics are associated with individuals who have an internal locus of control?
- Believe they can control events
- Higher IQ
- More likely to be leaders
- Less influenced by opinions
What characteristics are associated with individuals who have an external locus of control?
- Believe events are out of their control
- Blame outside forces
- Credit luck
- Feel powerless in difficult situations
What does social support refer to in the context of resistance to social influence?
Individuals who resist pressure to conform or obey, acting as models for others.
