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Not everyone conforms or obeys. A key part of the AQA specification asks you to explain why some people resist social influence when others do not. Two main factors are examined: social support and locus of control. Understanding these factors is crucial for achieving top marks in evaluation (AO3), as they help explain individual differences that studies like Asch's and Milgram's variations highlight.
Key Definition: Resistance to social influence refers to the ability of people to withstand the social pressure to conform to the majority or to obey authority.
Social support is the presence of other people who resist the pressure to conform or obey, making it easier for an individual to do the same. It works by breaking the unanimity of the group or providing a model for disobedience.
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