Reisstance To Social Influence Flashcards
A01
resistance to social influence refers to the ability to withstand social pressure to conform to the majority or to obey authority through independent behaviour
Social Support:
Social support is that the person has assistance available from other people within a group
-Resisting Conformity
this makes them feel comfortable as they have an ally so they remain Independent in situations rather than Conforming
reduces conformity levels and enables individuals to resist the pressure to conform, breaking the unamity of the majority
e. g. conformity dropped to around 5% (Asch)
-Resisting authority
pps are more likely to resist obedience If they have an ally who is also willing to be disobedient to the authority figure as disobedient
peers are seen as role models
-reduces obedience levels as they feel comfortable in remaining independent In a situation where they are expected to obey
e -g obedience rates fell and only 10% went to the Maximum volts (Milgram)
Locus of Control :
Locus of control is a person’s perception of personal control over their own behaviour
Internal Locus of control
-When a person believes that their behaviour is caused primarily by their own personal decisions and effort (Independent behaviour)
↳ strong internals are active seekers of information, achievement orientated and are less likely to rely on others, less vulnerable to
social influence
External Locus of Control
-When a person believes that their behaviour is determined by external factors such as influence of Others, luck or fate (follow the group)and are less likely to snow Independent behaviour
What does resistance to social influence refer to?
Resistance to social influence refers to the ability to withstand social pressure to conform to the majority or to obey authority through independent behaviour.
What is social support in the context of resisting social influence?
Social support is that the person has assistance available from other people within a group.
How does social support help in resisting conformity?
Social support makes individuals feel comfortable as they have an ally, so they remain independent in situations rather than conforming. It reduces conformity levels and enables individuals to resist the pressure to conform by breaking the unanimity of the majority. E.g., Conformity dropped to around 5% in Asch’s study.
How does social support help in resisting authority?
Participants are more likely to resist obedience if they have an ally who is also willing to be disobedient to the authority figure, as disobedient peers are seen as role models. This reduces obedience levels as individuals feel comfortable in remaining independent in a situation where they are expected to obey. E.g., Obedience rates fell and only 10% went to the maximum volts in Milgram’s study.
What is locus of control?
Locus of control is a person’s perception of personal control over their own behaviour.
What is an internal locus of control?
An internal locus of control is when a person believes that their behaviour is caused primarily by their own personal decisions and effort (independent behaviour). Strong internals are active seekers of information, achievement-oriented, less likely to rely on others, and less vulnerable to social influence.
What is an external locus of control?
An external locus of control is when a person believes that their behaviour is determined by external factors such as the influence of others, luck, or fate. People with an external locus of control are less likely to show independent behaviour and more likely to follow the group.
What does resistance to social influence refer to?
Resistance to social influence refers to the ability to withstand social pressure to conform to the majority or to obey authority through independent behaviour.
What is social support in the context of resisting social influence?
Social support is that the person has assistance available from other people within a group.
How does social support help in resisting conformity?
Social support makes individuals feel comfortable as they have an ally, so they remain independent in situations rather than conforming. It reduces conformity levels and enables individuals to resist the pressure to conform by breaking the unanimity of the majority. E.g., Conformity dropped to around 5% in Asch’s study.
How does social support help in resisting authority?
Participants are more likely to resist obedience if they have an ally who is also willing to be disobedient to the authority figure, as disobedient peers are seen as role models. This reduces obedience levels as individuals feel comfortable in remaining independent in a situation where they are expected to obey. E.g., Obedience rates fell and only 10% went to the maximum volts in Milgram’s study.
What is locus of control?
Locus of control is a person’s perception of personal control over their own behaviour.
What is an internal locus of control?
An internal locus of control is when a person believes that their behaviour is caused primarily by their own personal decisions and effort (independent behaviour). Strong internals are active seekers of information, achievement-oriented, less likely to rely on others, and less vulnerable to social influence.
What is an external locus of control?
An external locus of control is when a person believes that their behaviour is determined by external factors such as the influence of others, luck, or fate. People with an external locus of control are less likely to show independent behaviour and more likely to follow the group.
