Social Proof
A psychological phenomenon where people follow the actions of others in an attempt to reflect correct behavior for a given situation.
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“social influence”
Social Theory
The study of social relationships, structures, and processes.
Informational Influence
The change in opinions or behavior that occurs when individuals conform to the information provided by others.
Bandwagon Effect
A psychological phenomenon where people do something primarily because others are doing it.
Herd Behavior
The tendency for individuals to mimic the actions of a larger group, often leading to conformity and groupthink.
Social Foraging
The behavior of seeking information or resources based on social interactions and cues.
Liking Principle
A psychological principle where people are more likely to be influenced by those they like.
Availability Cascade
A self-reinforcing process in which a collective belief gains more plausibility through its increasing repetition in public discourse.
EAST Framework
Easy, Attractive, Social, and Timely (EAST) is a behavioral insights framework used to influence behavior.