The Milgram Experiments and Social Influence

Flashcards covering key concepts and terminology from 'The Milgram Experiments' and social influence.

Obedience to Authority

Changing one’s behavior in response to a directive from an authority figure.

Compliance

Changing one’s behavior in response to a direct request.

Milgram Shock Experiment

An experiment where participants believed they were shocking a learner for incorrect answers, to study obedience.

Stanley Milgram

The psychologist who conducted the famous obedience experiments.

Conformity

Changing one’s behavior to match the responses or actions of others, not necessarily due to pressure.

Solomon Asch

Psychologist known for his research on conformity and social pressure through the Line Studies in the 1950s.

Group Pressure

The influence exerted on individuals by a group, which can change behavior.

Stanford Prison Experiment

A study conducted by Philip Zimbardo exploring the effects of perceived power in a simulated prison environment.

Cognitive Dissonance

The mental discomfort experienced by a person who holds two or more contradictory beliefs, values, or ideas.

Diffusion of Responsibility

A social psychological phenomenon where a person is less likely to take responsibility when others are present.

Normative Influence

Conforming to the expectations of others to be accepted or liked.

Dehumanization

The process of depriving a person or group of positive human qualities.