Task 6- Social influence Flashcards

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Reference group

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group that is psychologically significant for our behaviour & attitudes

-> people are more influenced by reference groups

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dual-process dependency model

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General model of social influence in which two separate processes operate

  • > dependency on others for social approval
  • > dependency on others for information about reality
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Conformity

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deep-seated, private, enduring change in behaviour & attitudes due to group pressure

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informational influence

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process/influence in which people accept information from others as evidence about reality

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5
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normative influence

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process/influence in which people accept information from others

-> gain social approval/avoid social disapproval

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6
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referent informational influence

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pressure to conform to a group norm that defines oneself as a group member

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7
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Autokinesis (experiment)

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optical illusion in which pinpoint of light shining in complete darkness appears to move about

-> look if one just agrees with the group no matter if it’s true or not

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