Explaining the Effects of Peer Influence on Behavior

Review the Learning Resources for this week and examine how social psychology theory and research explain the effects of peer influence on behavior.
Consider persuasion strategies that a social psychologist might use to convince someone to defy peer pressure.
Post an explanation for how you might persuade someone to “do what is in her or his best interest” when it means defying group demands. Use social psychology theory and research to support your persuasion strategy.

 

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