Resistance to Social Influence Flashcards
1
Q
Define Resistance to SI
A
the ability of people to withstand the social pressure to conform to the majority/ obey authority
2
Q
Define Locus of control:
A
the sense we have about what directs events in our lives. Internals believe they are mostly responsible, externals believe its down to luck
3
Q
Example of resistance to SI in Asch’s experimental variations:
A
The presence of a dissident (non-conforming confederate) led to decrease in conformity. The presence of the dissident gave the ppt social support and confidence in their own choice
4
Q
Affects of Internal locus of control on conformity
A
These people tend to be less conforming and less obedient. Perhaps because they feel responsible for their own actions
