Social influence: Social influence in psychology refers to the way individuals change their behavior, attitudes, or beliefs due to the presence or actions of others. It encompasses conformity, persuasion, and obedience, driven by factors such as social pressure, authority, and the desire for approval. See also Social behavior, Behavior, Group behavior, Attitudes, Conformity, Persuasion, Coercion, Authority, Social dominance._____________Annotation: The above characterizations of concepts are neither definitions nor exhausting presentations of problems related to them. Instead, they are intended to give a short introduction to the contributions below. – Lexicon of Arguments. |