In Some Situations It Makes Just as Much Sense to Deviate

question 72

Essay

In some situations it makes just as much sense to deviate from the group's norms as it does to conform. Describe the differences between constructive nonconformity and destructive nonconformity. Provide examples to demonstrate your understanding of the differences between these two types of nonconformity.

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Definitions:

Hereditary Factors

Genetic influences on individual characteristics, behaviors, and psychological traits.

Unconscious Forces

Mental processes that are not directly accessible to consciousness but influence judgments, feelings, or behavior.

Normal Children

Children who exhibit typical developmental milestones and behaviors according to their cultural and societal standards.

Identity Crises

A period of uncertainty and confusion in which a person's sense of identity becomes insecure, typically due to a change in their expected aims or role in society.