PSYB10H3 Lecture Notes - Lecture 5: Totalitarianism, A Priori And A Posteriori, Ingroups And Outgroups
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There is some form of interaction and interdependence, in the sense that you influence them and they influence you. Have social norms to guide behaviour and processing. Have well-defined social roles to help the group function. There are two reasons for the homogeneity of groups. Many groups attract people who are already similar before they join. Groups operate in ways that encourage similarity in the members. A group"s prescriptions for the behaviour, values and beliefs of its members: specify how all group members should behave. The explicit or implicit rules defining what is acceptable behaviour. Group members are expected to conform to these norms. Members who deviate are punished or rejected. Only the norms of your current group matters. A group"s expectations for the behaviour and responsibilities of various subgroups of its members: specify how people who occupy certain positions in the group should behave. People know what to expect from each other: e. g. , a boss and a employee.
