AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Identification occurs when someone conforms to the demands of a given social role in society. For example, a policeman, teacher or politician. This type of conformity extends over several aspects of external behavior. However, there still be no changed to internal personal opinion.

Detailed explanation-2: -Normative Conformity This type of conformity involves changing one’s behavior in order to fit in with a group. For example, a teenager might dress in a certain style because they want to look like their peers who are members of a particular group.

Detailed explanation-3: -In addition to the three types of conformity (compliance, identification and internalisation) there are also two explanations of why people conform, including: normative social influence and informational social influence. Normative social influence is when a person conforms to be accepted, or belong to a group.

Detailed explanation-4: -What is a difference between obedience and conformity? In conformity, there is a perceived difference in status between the one who conforms and the group. In obedience, there is a difference in status between the one who obeys and the one who makes the request.