Conformity
What does it mean to be independent in decision making
being free from the control or influence of others and basing decisions on personal beliefs rather than social expectations
Neurotransmitter that is often released when using social media, plays a key role in the brain’s reward system, leading to addictive behaviours.
Dopamine
What did participants compare in Asch's Experiment?
They were to make judgements after the confederates gave their answers out loud comparing which line was the longest out of group of lines
What are the three psychological needs that must be met to achieve self-determination and independence?
competence, autonomy, and relatedness
Name on Positive and Negative characteristic of Addictive Behaviour
P:Offers ability to relax, entertainment, build skills and self expression
N: Inability to stop, creates rewards loops that risk addictive behaviours. Affects sleep, productivity and Mental Health
Give one example of a behaviour that shows anti-conformity.
Deliberately dressing against current trends, attending a protest despite social pressure not to, or posting unfiltered photos online to reject beauty standards
What is the dopamine loop and how does it relate to media use?
he cycle of motivation, reward, and reinforcement that causes users to keep seeking gratification from media use, which can lead to addiction
Two factors that motivate individuals to display anti-conformity, and two factors that weaken conformity.
The desire to promote change and reactance (motivation factors), and individuation and social support (factors weakening conformity)
Give one positive and one negative impact of social media on information access
positive – easy sharing of information and staying connected
negative – risk of misinformation or reduced privacy
What were the 2 factors that influenced anti conformity in Asch's Experiment?
Having a Partner / Confederate and writing the answers down.
How does meeting the three needs of Self-Determination Theory empower someone to make independent decisions even when under strong group pressure?
meeting competence, autonomy, and relatedness builds confidence and a sense of control, enabling individuals to act on personal beliefs rather than conforming to group norms
What are the 3 Factors that influence Obedience?
Give an explanation for each
Social Proximity
Legitimacy of Authority Figures
Group Pressure
How can social comparisons made on social media influence behaviour, and why might this lead to addictive patterns?
They can cause individuals to feel inadequate or motivated to change their behaviour to match others, triggering repetitive checking and posting behaviours to seek validation, reinforcing the dopamine reward cycle