Given the Strong Need for Acceptance and Belonging That People

question 44

Essay

Given the strong need for acceptance and belonging that people have, it is not surprising that they often have a difficult time saying "no" and not conforming when it may lead to social disapproval. Nonetheless, there are times when people resist normative social influence. Name the two main conditions under which someone is more likely to resist normative social influence attempts.

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Definitions:

Absentee Days

Days when an employee is not present at work due to illness, personal reasons, or other excused absences, which can impact organizational productivity and morale.

Low Self-efficacy

A personal belief in one's inability to succeed or accomplish tasks, often leading to decreased motivation and achievement.

Internal Locus

A psychological term referring to individuals who believe they can influence their life events and outcomes through their own efforts.

High Conscientiousness

A personality trait characterized by diligence, carefulness, thoroughness, self-discipline, and the ability to regulate oneself effectively.