The Social Influence Of Groups (Social Psychology) - Social Identity Approach (Tajfel, 1971)

Описание: The Social Influence Of Groups (Social Psychology)
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In this thought-provoking video, we delve into the captivating realm of the social influence of groups on individuals. Join us as we explore the psychological insights behind how being part of a group affects our behavior, attitudes, and self-perception. Discover the key theories, such as social identity and self-discrepancy, that shed light on this phenomenon and uncover the intricate dynamics that shape our actions within a group context.

Being part of a group has a significant impact on our behavior, attitudes, and self-perception. William James suggested that our sense of self is influenced by the social environment we are in, shaping our identity through shared experiences and group affiliations. Our self-esteem is influenced by how popular we feel among others, with a delicate balance between inclusion and exclusion. Group dynamics can influence our behavior through two psychological theories: the self-discrepancy theory, which suggests that being part of a group reduces the difference between our self-perception and external reference points, and the self-evaluation maintenance theory, which highlights that individuals seek uniqueness in important dimensions while basking in the glory of others in less important dimensions within the group. Maintaining a positive self-evaluation involves reputation enhancement, where individuals within a group motivate and provide information to help each other achieve goals, including deviant ones in the case of criminal behavior. Our social identity, derived from the groups we belong to, helps us categorize and make sense of the world, influencing our attitudes and behaviors. However, this can lead to perceiving outgroups as more homogeneous and classifying ourselves based on in-group stereotypes, resulting in depersonalization and a lack of uniqueness within the group. The salience of social categories determines whether individuals act with the group or as unique individuals, with category stimulus fit playing a role in determining category salience. Social identification with a group leads individuals to adhere to group norms because they become part of their identity, and attitude-behavior consistency is influenced by subjective norms, group alignment, and perceived behavioral control. Pluralistic ignorance occurs when individuals privately reject a norm but conform to it due to the belief that the group accepts it. Group polarization, where individuals adopt more extreme attitudes after discussing them with like-minded individuals, can be explained by the social identity approach, as polarization emerges from in-group discussions moving away from outgroup norms. Crowd behavior is influenced by social identity and can be shaped by the behavior of outgroups and police actions. Deviance within groups, including criminal activities, plays a role in the group's ability to adapt and establish a common goal by maximizing differences between in-groups and outgroups while minimizing differences within the group. Overall, groups have a profound influence on our behavior, attitudes, and self-perception, shaping our actions and identities.

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