Description
Social influence studies in psychology examine the often shocking way in which an individual loses autonomy – the ability of independent thought -and changes their behaviour, thinking, and sometimes even their own identity, in response to environmental influences. Or in some cases, merely as a result of a complete stranger in a uniform, telling them to! From subliminal influences and peer pressure to invisible conformity and directed obedience, this in-depth information will revolutionise your understanding of how powerful subconscious forces shape our behaviour and decision-making processes.
In this class, you will explore the concepts of conformity, obedience, and deindividuation, learn why we conform, understand social loafing, and grasp the profound impact of the bystander effect, all while considering cultural differences in psychological research. For anyone living or working in groups, and to raise personal and professional awareness of how our behaviour can drastically change as a direct result of simply being in the company of others, this module is an excellent eye-opener of social influence. By taking this module, you will significantly increase your understanding of psychological forces and phenomena and greatly improve your own autonomy and decision-making.
In this Class you will;
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- Explore How Our Behaviour Completely Changes Due to the Influence of Others: How social pressures alter our actions and decisions
- Study the Differences and Effects of Social Influence and Conformity: Understanding invisible group dynamics
- Examine Informational and Normative Social Influence: How different forms of social influence shape perception, behaviour and decision-making
- Analyse Psychological Studies & Factors Increasing Conformity: Key research into the psychological mechanisms behind group behaviour
- Investigate Milgram’s Studies on Obedience: How far people will obey authority figures, including the ethical boundaries of obedience
- Understand Deindividuation and Individual Responsibility: How losing one’s sense of individuality within a group can affect behaviour and personal accountability
- Examine Social Loafing and The Bystander Effect: Why people may reduce their effort in groups or fail to act in emergencies
- Compare Individualism and Collectivism in Cultural Differences: How cultural values influence social behaviour and conformity
- Assess Factors Affecting Conformity and Obedience: The psychological forces that influence how and why we conform and obey
Class Details & Format;
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- Audio Format: Recording of a live class, capturing real-time insights and expert commentary (Duration: 50 minutes)
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- Teacher: Taught by Carole Sawo QTS BSc (Hons) MA, professionally qualified lecturer in Psychology & Psychoanalysis ensuring high-quality education
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- Lifelong Learning Resource: With unlimited replay and lifetime access, you can learn at your own pace and revisit the content anytime, making it a valuable resource for continuous learning
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- Continual Professional Development: Enhance your personal and professional skills and credentials with expert knowledge
Testimonials;
‘I was in the army and could relate to a lot of what I learned on this course’
(Robert – Captain)’
‘Enjoyed all of it. Well put together. Good balance – humour, discussion and theory’
(Helen – Administration Manager)
‘Carole teaches in a lovely way and is always open to answer questions if you are unsure. Amazing topics!’
(Georgia – Mum)
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