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Understanding Why We Conform: Types, Explanations, and Differences

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Understanding Why We Conform: Types, Explanations, and Differences

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Types of conformity in psychology and their explanations form the foundation of understanding social influence, including both Explanations for conformity ISI and NSI and Individual differences in social influence.

Kelman's three types of conformity: internalisation (complete belief adoption), identification (group value-based), and compliance (surface-level agreement)
Deutsch and Gerard's two-process theory explains conformity through Informational Social Influence (ISI) and Normative Social Influence (NSI)
Research demonstrates varying conformity levels across different groups and situations
Individual differences significantly impact both ISI and NSI responses
Studies by Asch, Lucas, and others provide empirical support for these theories

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Types of conformity
Kelman (1958) suggested there are 3 ways people conform to majority:
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Research Support and Individual Differences

The impact of social influence varies significantly across different contexts and individuals, as demonstrated by several key studies.

Quote: Lucas et al. (2006) found "greater conformity to students with harder math problems than easier ones," supporting ISI theory.

Highlight: McGhee and Teevan's research revealed that individuals termed 'nAffiliators' show higher conformity rates due to their stronger need for accuracy.

Key findings regarding Individual differences in social influence:

Example: Asch's 1955 study showed students conforming less (28%) compared to other participants (37%).

Highlight: Perrin and Spencer's research with science and engineering students demonstrated minimal conformity, suggesting professional background influences conformity levels.

The relationship between ISI and NSI:

They typically work in combination rather than isolation
The distinction between ISI and NSI effects can be challenging to determine
Research supports both mechanisms but shows varying effectiveness across different populations

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Types and Basic Explanations of Conformity

Kelman's 1958 theory identifies three distinct ways people conform to majority influence, each with unique characteristics and implications for social behavior.

Definition: Conformity refers to changing one's behavior or beliefs to match those of a majority group.

The three types of conformity are:

Highlight: Internalisation involves complete acceptance of majority views both publicly and privately, where individuals genuinely believe in the adopted position.

Example: Identification occurs when people conform because they value group membership, displaying conformity publicly but not necessarily privately.

Vocabulary: Compliance represents the most superficial form of conformity, where individuals outwardly agree while maintaining private disagreement.

Deutsch and Gerard's two-process theory introduces Explanations for conformity ISI and NSI:

Definition: Informational Social Influence (ISI) occurs when people conform because they believe others are correct.

Definition: Normative Social Influence (NSI) stems from the desire to be liked and accepted by others.

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Subjects

Psychology

Social Psychology

Conformity, Compliance, and Obedience

Understanding Why We Conform: Types, Explanations, and Differences

Erica

@erica4

370 Followers

Kelman's three types of conformity: internalisation (complete belief adoption), identification (group value-based), and compliance (surface-level agreement)
Deutsch and Gerard's two-process theory explains conformity through Informational Social Influence (ISI) and Normative Social Influence (NSI)
Research demonstrates varying conformity levels across different groups and situations
Individual differences significantly impact both ISI and NSI responses
Studies by Asch, Lucas, and others provide empirical support for these theories

27/01/2023

414

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Research Support and Individual Differences

The impact of social influence varies significantly across different contexts and individuals, as demonstrated by several key studies.

Quote: Lucas et al. (2006) found "greater conformity to students with harder math problems than easier ones," supporting ISI theory.

Highlight: McGhee and Teevan's research revealed that individuals termed 'nAffiliators' show higher conformity rates due to their stronger need for accuracy.

Key findings regarding Individual differences in social influence:

Example: Asch's 1955 study showed students conforming less (28%) compared to other participants (37%).

Highlight: Perrin and Spencer's research with science and engineering students demonstrated minimal conformity, suggesting professional background influences conformity levels.

The relationship between ISI and NSI:

They typically work in combination rather than isolation
The distinction between ISI and NSI effects can be challenging to determine
Research supports both mechanisms but shows varying effectiveness across different populations

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Types and Basic Explanations of Conformity

Kelman's 1958 theory identifies three distinct ways people conform to majority influence, each with unique characteristics and implications for social behavior.

Definition: Conformity refers to changing one's behavior or beliefs to match those of a majority group.

The three types of conformity are:

Highlight: Internalisation involves complete acceptance of majority views both publicly and privately, where individuals genuinely believe in the adopted position.

Example: Identification occurs when people conform because they value group membership, displaying conformity publicly but not necessarily privately.

Vocabulary: Compliance represents the most superficial form of conformity, where individuals outwardly agree while maintaining private disagreement.

Deutsch and Gerard's two-process theory introduces Explanations for conformity ISI and NSI:

Definition: Informational Social Influence (ISI) occurs when people conform because they believe others are correct.

Definition: Normative Social Influence (NSI) stems from the desire to be liked and accepted by others.

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