explanations of resistance to social influence Flashcards
1
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what is locus of control
A
a measurement of an individuals sense of control over their lives
2
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if you have an internal locus of control what do you believe
A
- more control over behaviour
- behaviour is caused by their own personal decisions and effort
3
Q
if someone has an external locus of control what would they believe
A
- less control
- behaviour is caused by luck or fate
4
Q
how does locus of control link to resistance to social influence
A
- internal = more likely to resist + more likely to be leaders not followers
- external = less likely to resist + more likely to be followers than leaders
5
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how does social support link to resistance to social influence
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- higher levels of social support = more likely to resist
6
Q
what did Asch find about social support
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- 1 dissenter = 5.5% conformity
- shows that support of the Ps correct answer gives them confidence due to social support
7
Q
what is a weakness of locus of control
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- deterministic: suggests that if you have an external locus of control you MUST be more vulnerable to social influence
