Many social processes influence human behavior; in fact, the mere presence of other individuals can influence our behavior. Groups and social norms also exert influence over our behavior. Oftentimes, social processes influence our behavior through unwritten rules that define acceptable and unacceptable behavior in society.
Our understanding of groups and social norms is learned through the process of socialization. What we learn about the groups and society to which we belong affects our behavior and influences our perceptions and interactions with others.
The content in this category covers how the presence of others, group decision-making processes, social norms, and socialization shape our behavior.
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How the Presence of Others Affects Individual Behavior (PSY)
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Group Decision-making Processes (PSY, SOC)
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Normative and Nonnormative Behavior (SOC)
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Socialization (PSY, SOC)
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Socialization |
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