Types of Social Interaction Chapter 6 Section 3

Types of Social Interaction Chapter 6; Section 3

Cooperation “How can we reach our goal? ” • A form of interaction in which individuals or groups combine their efforts to reach a goal – Usually occurs when… • Reaching a goal demands the best use of limited resources and efforts – Examples: survivors of a plane crash in the mountains; victims of natural disasters • Exists outside of emergencies as well – Examples: rules for games; sharing household duties

Conflict • Groups or individuals that work against one another for a larger share of the rewards. – Defeating the opponent is essential • Social Benefits of Conflict: – Promotes cooperation and unity within opposing groups » Example: A neighborhood bully can bring together 2 brothers who usually don’t get along. – Draws attention to social inequities » Examples: Civil Rights activists in the 60 s convinced Congress to make laws to ensure basic rights and freedoms to all people.

Social Exchange “What is in it for me? ” • A voluntary action performed in the expectation of getting a reward in return – Benefit to be earned rather than the relationship itself that is key • Example: You help a friend wash her car, she then helps you study for a test

Coercion • Individuals or groups are forced to give in to the will of other individuals or groups – One-way street; central element is domination • May occur through: physical force (imprisonment, torture, or death) – Example: Prisoners of war can be forced to reveal information to enemies. • More often through: social pressure (ridicule, rejection, withdrawal of affection) – Example: Parents can control behavior of young children by threatening to withdraw privileges.

Conformity • Behavior that matches group expectations – Adapt behavior to fit behavior of those around us • Necessary for culture and social structure – – Church Family University Government

Group Think • Self-deceptive thinking that is based on conformity to group beliefs, and created by group pressure to conform – Discourages members from expressing their concerns about group decisions » Examples: JFK’s Bay of Pigs Invasion, Personal examples? ? ?

Pop Quiz Time each answer will be used only 1 time a. Cooperation b. Conflict d. Coercion • • • c. Social Exchange e. Conformity 1. Blood donors expect payment 2. Students read what a teacher assigns 3. Saddam Hussein invades Kuwait 4. Flood victims help each other 5. Employees are forced to work overtime or be fired