Social Biases and Influences of Conformity and Obedience

Prepare a 2100 word paper in which you:

(a) Analyze the concept of social bias. As a part of your analysis, address the following items:

o Define the concepts of prejudice, stereotyping, and discrimination.
o Explain the differences between subtle and blatant bias.
o Describe the impact of bias on the lives of individuals.
o Compare and contrast two strategies from the social psychological literature that can be used to overcome social biases.

(b) Evaluate the effect of group influence on the self using classical and contemporary studies. As a part of your analysis, address the following items:
o Compare and contrast the concepts of conformity and obedience.
o Analyze a classical study (a well known study prior to 1970) and a contemporary study concerning the effect of group influence on the self.
o Analyze individual and societal influences that lead to deviance from dominant group norms.