Conformity

These flashcards cover key concepts related to conformity, including definitions and significant effects studied in psychology.

Conformity

A change in behaviour or belief in accord with others.

Compliance

Conformity that involves publicly acting in accord with social pressure while privately disagreeing.

Obedience

Acting in accord with a direct order.

Acceptance

Conformity that involves acting and believing in accord with social pressure.

Autokinetic Phenomenon

The apparent movement of a stationary point of light in the dark, used in Sherif's studies.

Chameleon Effect

The tendency to mimic behaviors and emotions of those around us unconsciously.

Werther Effect

The phenomenon where suicides increase following highly publicized suicides.

Normative Conformity

Conformity based on a person's desire to fulfill others' expectations, often to gain acceptance.

Informational Influence

Conformity that results from accepting evidence about reality provided by other people.

Optimal Distinctiveness Theory

The theory that we desire a balance between group inclusion and individual uniqueness.

Psychological Reactance

A motive to protect or restore our sense of freedom, often leading to an anti-conformity response.

Social Roles

Expectations of behavior that guide individuals' actions within various societal positions.

Mood Linkage

The phenomenon where the emotions of one person can influence the emotions of others nearby.

Emotional Distance

The concept that describes how physical or psychological separation from a victim affects compliance and obedience.

Legitimacy of Authority

The perceived rightness of an authority figure’s commands, affecting obedience rates.