18-04-2012, 07:33 AM
A few classic experiments show just how prone humans are to being influenced by peer pressure. These videos were filmed several decades ago, but many other studies have taken place over the years and the results are always the same. Human beings are a social species, and most people will eventually alter their behavior, attitudes, and even BELIEFS in order to be part of a social group..even if what the group thinks (or does) is absurd at first glance.
Psychology of Belief Series:
http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5...ature=plcpPsychology of Belief Series:
Asch Conformity Experiments:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asch_confor...xperimentsInformational Influence:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Information..._influenceSocial Influence Studies:
http://scienceaid.co.uk/psychology/social/majority.htmlList of Cognitive Biases:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_cognitive_biasesTheraminTrees' excellent video on conformity:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TrNIuFrso8I
"The philosophers have only interpreted the world, in various ways. The point, however, is to change it." Karl Marx
"He would, wouldn't he?" Mandy Rice-Davies. When asked in court whether she knew that Lord Astor had denied having sex with her.
“I think it would be a good idea” Ghandi, when asked about Western Civilisation.
"He would, wouldn't he?" Mandy Rice-Davies. When asked in court whether she knew that Lord Astor had denied having sex with her.
“I think it would be a good idea” Ghandi, when asked about Western Civilisation.