Introduction to Intergroup Conflict and Persuasion

These flashcards cover key concepts related to intergroup conflict, persuasion, and the psychological theories discussed in the lecture.

Realistic Conflict Theory

A theory stating that conflict arises between groups when they compete for limited resources.

Robbers Cave Experiment

A 1954 study by Muzafer Sherif demonstrating realistic conflict theory through intergroup competition among children.

Bonding Stage

The first stage of the Robbers Cave experiment where groups were formed and encouraged to bond before being introduced to each other.

Competition Stage

The second stage of the Robbers Cave experiment where friction was created between groups through competitive activities.

Reducing Friction Stage

The final stage of the Robbers Cave where groups participated in non-competitive activities leading to cooperation.

Superordinate Goals

Goals that require the cooperation of two or more groups to achieve, reducing intergroup conflict.

Compliance

Going along with social pressure regardless of whether the action conflicts with one's beliefs or better judgment.

Obedience

A form of compliance where individuals follow direct commands from an authority figure.

Bystander Effect

The tendency for individuals to be less likely to help in emergencies when others are present.

Normative Conformity

Conforming to social norms to avoid negative social consequences.

Informational Conformity

Conforming because one looks to others regarding what is correct in a situation.

Persuasion

The act of communicating arguments and information to change another's attitudes or beliefs.

Central Route of Persuasion

A method where a receiver is persuaded through thoughtful consideration of the message's content.

Peripheral Route of Persuasion

A method where persuasion occurs due to superficial cues rather than the content of the message.

Elaboration Likelihood Model

A theory that proposes two routes (central and peripheral) through which persuasive messages can lead to attitude changes.

Cognitive Dissonance

The mental discomfort experienced when holding two or more contradictory beliefs or values.

Meta-analysis

A statistical analysis that combines the results of multiple scientific studies to derive conclusions.