Social influence (p1)

• What is the definition of conformity?


  Conformity is a type of social influence where individuals change their behavior, attitudes, or beliefs to match those of others or to adhere to social norms.
• What does conformity involve?


  Conformity involves adjusting one's actions or thoughts to align with a group or society's expectations.
• What are the key points of conformity?


  - It's a form of social influence. - Involves changing behavior or beliefs. - Aims to match others or social norms. - Can be conscious or unconscious.
• Which scenario best illustrates conformity?


  A teenager starts using slang words they previously disliked because their friends use them.
• What is normative conformity?

  Normative conformity is conforming to be liked and accepted by others.
• Give an example of normative conformity.


  Wearing trendy clothes to fit in with a peer group.
• What is informational conformity?

  Informational conformity is conforming because you believe others have more knowledge or information.
• Give an example of informational conformity.


  Following the crowd during a fire alarm, assuming they know where to go.
• What is identification in the context of conformity?

  Identification is conforming to be like someone you admire or respect.
• Give an example of identification.

  Adopting the mannerisms of a favorite celebrity.
• What is internalization in conformity?

  Internalization is conforming because you genuinely believe in the ideas or behaviors.
• Give an example of internalization.

  Recycling after learning about its environmental benefits.
• What factors influence conformity?

  Factors influencing conformity include group size, unanimity, cohesion, status, public vs. private responses, culture, self-confidence, and expertise.
• What are the types of conformity?

  1. Normative conformity 2. Informational conformity 3. Identification 4. Internalization
• How does group size influence conformity?

  Larger groups typically exert more pressure to conform.
• What is the effect of unanimity on conformity?

  When a group is unanimous, individuals are more likely to conform.
• How does cohesion affect conformity?

  Tightly-knit groups often have higher levels of conformity.
• How does status influence conformity?

  People are more likely to conform to those perceived as having higher status.
• How do public vs. private responses influence conformity?

  People may conform more in public situations.
• How does culture influence conformity?

  Some cultures value conformity more than others.
• How does self-confidence affect conformity?

  Individuals with lower self-esteem may be more prone to conforming.
• How does expertise influence conformity?

  People are more likely to conform to those perceived as experts.
• What are some real-world examples of conformity?

  1. Fashion trends 2. Social media behavior 3. Workplace culture 4. Political opinions 5. Consumer behavior 6. Religious practices 7. Academic settings
• What type of conformity is illustrated when a group of friends always meets at the same pub, and one friend prefers a different pub but never suggests changing?

  Normative conformity.
• What are the positive implications of conformity?

  Positive implications include social cohesion, efficiency, safety, and cultural preservation.
• What are the negative implications of conformity?


  Negative implications include loss of individuality, groupthink, peer pressure, and stagnation.
• Why is it important to balance conformity?

  It's important to find a balance between conforming to necessary social norms and maintaining individual identity and critical thinking.