PRO-SOCIAL AND ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR: Introduction Flashcards
Define: social relationship
the connection or association between two or more people, especially with regard to how they think, feel and behave towards each other
How are social relationships formed?
Through interaction, as humans are social beings who enjoy interaction and prefer not to live in isolation
Can social relationships have varying degrees of intimacy?
Yes
Do all social relationships involve social behaviour?
Yes
Define: social behaviour
Any behavior where interaction occurs between two or more people.
Define: pro-social behaviour
Any behaviour intended (with intent) to help or benefit another person, group or society
Define: anti-social behaviour
Any behaviour that is disruptive or harmful to the wellbeing or property of another person or to the functioning of a group or society
Is informed consent usually given in pro-social behaviour studies? Why/why not?
No; results in purpose being revealed which would possibly make the results invalid and unreliable
Often deception is used so participants must be debriefed