Analysis of Social Norms-
Title: Analysis of Social Norms-
Category: /Science & Technology
Details: Words: 1202 | Pages: 4 (approximately 235 words/page)
Analysis of Social Norms-
Category: /Science & Technology
Details: Words: 1202 | Pages: 4 (approximately 235 words/page)
Analysis of Social Norms-
We live in an environment that is strong with influence
attempts. A large portion of the population makes a living simply
attempting to get others to comply with their requests. Whether a
manager encouraging productivity, a policeman directing traffic, a
salesperson closing a sale, or a president telling us we need to spend
more money on social programs. Each of us is subjected to an
uncountable number of influential attempts each
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majority
of the subjects observed, gave no directions and backed away. At this
proximity even the researchers felt uncomfortable, some couldn't even
perform the task.
What can be considered as a social norm in one group or
society may not be accepted elsewhere. Norms, are not merely external
forces that require certain kinds of actions in certain kinds of
situations. They are a fundamental components of social structure that
links each individual to social order.