|
Post by antonia on Oct 23, 2017 17:17:48 GMT
Moghaddam explains the idea of humans being motivated to achieve a social identity that is both positive and distinct, but in my opinion, the idea does not contradict to the ones associated with the conformity concept. In the conformity concept, humans readily adapt and comply to group norms. For example, in the experiment where a person was asked what the correct answer was, he responded with the wrong answer instead of the obviously correct one, just because the people around him also responded with the wrong answer. However, even though humans conform to these group norms, they also want to create a distinct and positive identity, because of the norms of society as a whole. Society tells us to "be yourself", "be unique" and to "stand out", but 'standing out' only remains socially acceptable, if it is within the boundaries of what society deems as "cool" or appealing to others. The person therefore becomes restricted in how they act in different situations, and limit themselves depending on societal expectations. Conforming to a group can happen when the individual feels they do not meet the standards, and do not want to stand out in the wrong way. In other situations though, people continue to try and achieve that social identity, and associate themselves with an image that is positive and distinct.
|
|
Ali
Junior Member
Posts: 78
|
Post by Ali on Nov 1, 2017 15:14:32 GMT
Nice work and explanation. I would suggest to first define what is social identity and conformity. Then you can introduce and give the above examples that you provided. This produces a more concise and strong argument.
Thanks Ali
|
|