Dissent and Altruism Are a Matter of Personal Conviction, but Situational

question 185

Essay

Dissent and altruism are a matter of personal conviction, but situational factors are involved also. Analyze four situational factors that are involved when a person decides to "rock the boat" and choose conscience over conformity.

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Definitions:

Accountability

The obligation of an individual or organization to account for its activities, accept responsibility for them, and disclose the results in a transparent manner.

Power And Control

The motivation behind certain abusive behaviors, where the abuser seeks to dominate and restrict the freedom of their victim.

Moral Development

The process by which individuals develop attitudes and behaviors toward other people in society, based on social and cultural norms, laws, and personal beliefs.

Learned Helplessness

A psychological condition in which an individual has come to believe they have no control over their situation, often leading to decreased motivation and depression, typically caused by repeated exposure to uncontrollable events.