Social Influence and Groups (VCE SSCE Psychology): Flashcards

How people change behavior/attitudes due to others' influence

Interaction, mutual influence, common goal

People who minimally influence each other & don't all interact

Level of importance a member has within the group

Ability to control/influence thoughts, feelings & behavior

Ability to punish others for non-compliance

Power from possessing specialist knowledge & skills

Power from formally recognised position in organisation

Power from being idolised or admired as a role model

Ability to reward behavior or remove negative consequences