theory
when more than one group want the same limited resources , there will be conflict and discrimination between the groups.
realistic conflict theory
anxiety
emotion characterized by tension, worried thoughts and being anxious.
Ben broke his leg on the playground, the other parents took their kids to play in the grass instead of helping, assuming his mom would be the one to help him.
bystander effect
students were put into groups, as either a guard or a prisoner. During this time the students playing guards became psychologically abusive and those playing prisoners became anxious and enraged.
Phillip Zimbardo : Stanford Prison experiment
loosing your self awareness and self control when you're in a large group setting
individualism
people prefer familiar things in comparison to unfamiliar things.
mere exposure effect
normative conformity
when a person conforms to the groups opinion so they are accepted by the group , in fear of rejection.
Dave makes a impression that he is unfriendly. Next time you see Dave you avoid conversation with him.
self fulfilling prophecy
experiment involving participants administering shocks to another participant, meant to measure how far participants would go in obeying an authority figure.
Stanley milligram : obedience
what term would be an example of an experiment that involves seeing the difference of work you do in a group project vs the work you do on an individual project.
social loafing
starting out by asking a large favor, and eventually narrowing it down to something more reasonable.
door in the face phenomenon
ego support value
capability to be supportive and motivate others, therefore helping you create a positive relationship with your perception of yourself and others.
brushing your hair in the morning is changing your ...
physical appearance
it is easier for people to conform to group norms, like during this experiment the person went against what he thought in order to fit in with the group
Solomon Asch : line test
Extreme form of attitude change using peer pressure. Stripping away all identity and subject another person to social pressure and physical distress.
brainwashing