theories of obedience Flashcards
1
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what is the agentic state?
A
- a state of agency where individuals follow the orders of others
- they believe they’re not responsible for the consequences of their actions
2
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what is the autonomous state?
A
a state of agency where individuals act on their own behalf and take responsibility for the consequences of their actions
3
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what is the agentic shift?
A
the shift between the autonomous and agentic state, occurring when we perceive someone to be a legitimate source of authority and allow them to control our behaviour
4
Q
what is the agency theory?
A
a theory suggesting humans have two mental states
5
Q
what is moral strain?
A
when we’re told to act on something we see as immoral in order to function as an agent of authority, even if we disgaree with those actiions
6
Q
what are defence mechanisms?
A
ways to avoid distress of acting upon something we find unacceptable
7
Q
what are the two defence mechanisms?
A
- denial - pushing back the memory to prevent thinking about it
- avoidance - ignoring the distress we cause someone
