Resistance to Social Influence Flashcards
1
Q
Internal Locus of Control
A
Internals believe that the things which happen to them are controlled by themselves
2
Q
Characteristics of internal locus of control
A
- self confident
- More achievement orientated
- less need for social approval
- more likely to resist pressure
3
Q
External locus of control
A
Believes that things that happen to them are out of their control
4
Q
Characteristics of people with external loc
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- blames others for actions
- less self-confident
- dependant on social approval
- less intelligent
5
Q
Research support
A
In repeat of the Milgram study, people with external loc conformed to the final shock 14% more than those with internal loc
