Social norms
Definition
Social norms are the unwritten rules and expectations that guide behavior in a society or group. They dictate what is considered acceptable or unacceptable behavior.
Related terms
Cultural values: The beliefs and principles that a society holds dear, which often shape its social norms.
Peer pressure: The influence exerted by one's peers to conform to certain behaviors or attitudes.
Deviance: Behavior that goes against established social norms and is often seen as abnormal or unacceptable.
"Social norms" appears in:
Subjects (5)
AP European History
AP Psychology
AP US Government
AP US History
AP World History: Modern
Additional resources (1)
AP Chinese - Unit 2 Overview: The Influence of Language and Culture on Identity
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