resistance to si Flashcards
(12 cards)
What is one strength of social support in resisting harmful behaviors?
Research evidence for the positive effects of social support
Albrecht (2006) found that pregnant adolescents with mentors were less likely to smoke than those without support.
What did Albrecht (2006) compare in his research?
Pregnant adolescents with access to an older mentor vs. those without social support
The study aimed to resist pressures to smoke.
What were the results of Albrecht’s study regarding mentors and smoking?
Those with mentors were significantly less likely to smoke
This suggests social support interventions empower individuals.
What is another strength related to dissenting peers?
Research evidence supporting the role of dissenting peers in resisting obedience
Gamson (1982) observed 88% of participants rebelled against orders in groups.
What did Gamson (1982) find regarding group dynamics and obedience?
Higher levels of resistance when participants were in groups
This indicates the power of peer support in challenging authority.
What does dissenting peers suggest about authority?
They can undermine the legitimacy of authority
This leads to increased resistance to obedience.
What is a strength related to locus of control (LOC) in resistance to obedience?
Research evidence supporting the link between LOC and resistance
Holland (1967) found that internals were more likely to resist than externals.
What percentage of internals refused to continue to the highest shock level in Holland’s study?
37%
Compared to 23% of externals in a Milgram-type situation.
What does Holland’s research suggest about individuals with an internal locus of control?
They are more likely to resist obedience
This emphasizes the role of personal beliefs in resisting authority.
What is a limitation of the link between LOC and resistance?
Evidence challenging the link
Twenge (2004) found increased resistance to obedience alongside an increase in external locus of control.
What unexpected trend did Twenge (2004) find regarding resistance and locus of control?
Resistance to authority increased, but so did external locus of control
This suggests a complex relationship not solely tied to internal locus of control.
What does Twenge’s finding challenge regarding LOC?
The validity of LOC as a comprehensive explanation for resistance
It indicates that resistance may not be linked solely to internal locus of control.
