Obedience

• What is obedience?

  Complying with a direct order from another person to carry out an action. The person who gives the instruction usually has power or authority.
• What are formal and informal authority figures?

  Formal- Police

  Informal- Parents
• What is obedience's source of influence?

  Direct order from someone with perceived authority.
• What is the motivation for obedience?

  Fear of punishment, belief in the legitimacy of authority.
• What is the source of influence for conformity (compliance)?

  Indirect pressure from the majority.
• What is the motivation for conformity (compliance)?


  Desire to be liked or accepted.
• What is the source of influence for compliance (internalisation)?

  Indirect pressure from the majority.
• What is the motivation for compliance (internalisation)?

  Desire to be right.