Role of Social influence

Social influence Social influence occurs when a person’s emotions, opinions, or behaviors are affected by others. Social influence takes many forms and can be seen in conformity, socialization, peer pressure, obedience, Leadership, Persuasion, sales, and Marketing. In 1958, Harvard psychologist Herbert Kelman identified three broad varieties of social influence. Compliance is when people appear to … Read more

Social Classes

Social classes are hierarchical divisions within society based on socioeconomic factors such as wealth, income, occupation, education, and social status. These divisions serve to stratify individuals and groups into distinct categories, each with its own privileges, opportunities, and challenges. Understanding social classes is essential for analyzing patterns of inequality, power dynamics, and social mobility within … Read more