SI (zimbardo And Other Things) Flashcards
What is conformity to social roles?
Conformity to social roles involves adapting behavior to meet the expectations of the roles individuals play in society.
These roles can include being a parent, child, nurse, etc.
Who conducted the famous prison experiment?
Philip Zimbardo.
The experiment was funded by the US Navy to investigate conflict between prisoners and guards.
What are social roles?
Social roles are parts people play as members of various social groups, accompanied by expectations of appropriate behavior.
Examples include roles such as parent, child, nurse, or passenger.
What influences behavior according to Zimbardo’s research?
Expectations arising from the social roles individuals play.
These expectations can lead to conformity in behavior.
How do social roles affect conformity?
Social roles with strong expectations may change behavior as individuals identify with the role.
This identification leads to acting in ways deemed appropriate for the role.
What are internal mental scripts in the context of social roles?
Internal mental scripts are frameworks that guide individuals to behave appropriately in different settings.
They help individuals navigate various social situations.
What does identification in conformity to social roles entail?
Identification involves both private and public acceptance of the behaviors and attitudes exhibited in a role.
This acceptance can lead to conformity in actions.
True or False: Conformity to social roles is a permanent change in behavior.
False.
Behavior change is not permanent as individuals adopt different roles for different situations.
Fill in the blank: Social roles can cause _______ because our perception of how we should act may change our behavior.
conformity.
The expectations tied to roles influence how individuals behave.
What is the link between Zimbardo’s research and expectations of others?
Zimbardo’s research investigates the extent to which individuals conform to the expectations that others have of them.
This conformity is influenced by the roles they play.
What was the aim of the Stanford Prison Experiment?
To investigate the extent to which people would conform to the roles of guard and prisoner in a role.
Where was the mock prison for the Stanford Prison Experiment set up?
In the basement of the psychology department at Stanford University.
What type of study was the Stanford Prison Experiment?
Observational study (participant, controlled, overt).
How many male student volunteers were selected for the Stanford Prison Experiment?
21 most stable male student volunteers.
What roles were assigned to the volunteers in the Stanford Prison Experiment?
Roles of guards or prisoners.
How were the prisoners treated upon arrival at the mock prison?
They were arrested in their homes by the local police and taken to ‘prison’.
What role did Zimbardo take on during the study?
He took on the role of the superintendent.
What type of uniform did the prisoners wear?
A loose smock and a cap to cover their hair, identified by a number.
What items were included in the guards’ uniforms?
Wooden club, handcuffs, and mirror shades.
What psychological effect did the uniforms have on the participants?
Loss of personal identity (de-individuation) and increased conformity to perceived social roles.
How were prisoners encouraged to identify with their role?
They could ‘apply for parole’ instead of leaving the study early.
What power did the guards have over the prisoners?
Complete power over the prisoners.
What abusive behaviors did the guards exhibit during the experiment?
They harassed prisoners, conducted frequent headcounts, and enforced rules.
