Social: Agency Theory (Milgram 1973) Flashcards
1
Q
What does Obedience mean?
A
Acting on the demands of an authority figure, real or imagined.
2
Q
What is Blind Obedience?
A
When people obey an order regardless of whether they believe it to be morally, ethically or legally right.
3
Q
What is the Agentic State?
A
Acting on the will of an authority figure; not responsible.
4
Q
What is the Autonomous State?
A
Acting on our on free will and morals; we’re responsible.
5
Q
Who do we perceive to be Authority Figures?
A
People who…
- Carry symbols of authority (e.g. uniform).
- Possess status (e.g. rank).
6
Q
What do authority figures trigger?
A
Agentic Shift.
7
Q
What is the Agentic Shift?
A
Shift between the autonomous and agentic state.
8
Q
What is Moral Strain?
A
Anxiety experienced when an order goes against our morals.
