Social context of behaviour Flashcards
1
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What is conformity?
A
Yielding/following real or imagined social pressure.
2
Q
What is obedience?
A
Strictly following the orders of someone (usually an authority figure).
3
Q
Significance of bystander effect in healthcare?
A
Detrimental to patient care. May not believe a situation is an emergency. Perceived beliefs of others may affect their treatment decisions.
4
Q
What is bystander effect?
A
People are less likely to offer help when in groups than by themselves.
- Diffusion of responsibility
- Pluralistic ignorance
