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Informational influence and descriptive norms are important concepts in social psychology that help shape our behavior and decision -making processes.
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Here's how they work in how they can be applied to change problem behaviors.
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I'm going to start with informational influence.
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Informational influence occurs when individuals look to others for guidance on how to behave correctly, especially in uncertain or ambiguous situations.
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It's based on the desire to make accurate judgments and decisions by relying on the perceived knowledge or expert.
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Of others.
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Here are some examples of how informational influence helps us do the right thing.
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When diagnosed with a medical condition, people often seek out and follow the advice of healthcare professionals or others who have expertise in that area.
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This guidance helps them make informed decisions about treatments and lifestyle changes.
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In an emergency, people may look to others for cues on how to react.
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This collective behavior helps ensure that everyone acts in a coordinated and effective matter.
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Students may follow the advice of experience teachers or peers on how to study effectively or understand topics, especially the more complicated they are.
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This kind helps improve their academic performance and knowledge.
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In a new environment, people only observe how others behave to understand local customs and social norms.
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Adhering to these observed behaviors helped them integrate and fit in more smoothly...