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?