1.8.1 Social Support

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What does Social Support refer to?
Presence of others sharing your views
How does Social Support act as a buffer?
It protects against social influence like conformity
How does social support influence an individual's confidence in resisting authority?
It provides confidence to resist blindly following orders
How does social support provide confidence in beliefs?
By sharing views and standing together.
What happens to conformity levels without social support?
Conformity levels increase due to isolation.
What role did teamwork play in Milgram's study?
It created social support and reduced obedience
What is informational support?
Providing facts, advice, or knowledge
How does informational support help in resisting social influence?
It helps make better decisions or understand situations
In what situation might social support help someone resist a school rule?
When family members question the rule together
What is the role of social support in obedience?
Decreases obedience
Provides confidence to resist authority
Encourages questioning of rules
What is instrumental support?
Offering practical help like lending or driving
How does emotional support assist in coping with stress?
It provides reassurance and understanding
How do the types of social support work together?
They provide confidence to resist conformity
They offer resources to handle social pressure
They enhance coping mechanisms against influence
What is the main topic discussed in the material?
Importance of social support
What was the main finding of Asch's conformity study?
Participants resisted conforming with social support
What are the key components of Social Support?
Presence of others who share views
Provides a buffer against social influence
Helps maintain personal beliefs
How does instrumental support help resist social pressure?
It provides practical assistance to boost confidence
What effect does social support have on obedience?
It decreases obedience
What is the role of social support in conformity?
It helps reduce conformity.
How does social support influence decision-making?
It makes you stronger and more confident
How can social support help resist peer pressure regarding vaping?
By having friends who share your views.
How can dependence on social support affect individuality?
It can hinder personal growth and action
What is a situation where social support might not be available?
Being the only one against trying a drug
How does having people who agree with you affect your confidence?
It boosts your confidence significantly
In Milgram's obedience study, what effect did other participants have on real participants?
They were more likely to disobey the experimenter
What is emotional support?
Offering empathy, encouragement, and understanding
What are the effects of social support on resisting social pressure?
Boosts confidence
Helps stick to personal beliefs
Reduces feelings of loneliness and stress
Strengthens decision-making abilities
In what scenario might support for non-violence be ineffective?
During a riot with majority violence
What happens when you lack social support in the face of social pressure?
You may feel alone and stressed
Why might knowing vaping is bad not stop an addict?
They may be deeply addicted already
What is a consequence of always seeking approval from friends?
It can stop pursuing unique interests
How did social support affect participants in Asch's study?
It gave them confidence to stick to the truth
What is the relationship between questioning authority and social support in terms of obedience?
Questioning authority with others boosts resistance to obedience
In what way can allies in a group help you?
They help you stick to your beliefs
Why is social support not always perfect?
It has several limitations in effectiveness
What are the three main types of social support?
Informational, emotional, and instrumental support
What are the limitations of social support in resisting social influence?
Support isn't always available
Support can be overwhelmed
Not all support is effective
Dependence can weaken individuality
What are the effects of social support on individual beliefs?
Reduces conformity
Provides confidence to maintain beliefs
Strengthens resistance against majority influence
Why is social support important for overcoming social pressure?
It boosts confidence and helps maintain beliefs
What is the main topic of the study material?
Limitations of social support in resisting influence