HOT Discussions for Social Psychology

Answer the following 8 questions in 150+ words with intext citations and references. Also include Textbook in references.

1 – Social Influence – Define social influence.

2 – Effect of Group on Self – Analyze the effect of group influence on the self.

3 – Norm Formation/Conformity -Describe the related processes of norm formation and conformity.

4 – Groupthink – Examine the concept of groupthink.

5 – Conformity – How does our text define conformity? What are the three types of conformity? Please explain and give an example of each type of conformity?

6 – How is a group defined – According to social psychology, how is a group defined? What groups are you a part of? Which of these groups has been the most influence over you? Please explain.

7 – Think about a group you belong to and identify with. What does this group mean to you? What examples demonstrate your level of identification with this group?

8 – Think about a group you belong to, yet do not identify with. What factors demonstrate your lack of identification with this group?