Nature Theory

These are my parents, the most influential people in my life. Some say I look a lot like my mom, but I act exactly like my dad. This is an example of Nature Theory, even though I do not realize it. My dad and I have very similar personalities, sense of humors and behavioral traits. 

Nature Theory- states that the genes we get from our parents at conception are the primary causes of human behaviors.

Conformity

Mean Girls is full of examples of conformity. From the first day of school, Cady sees how other girls in the school dress, act and talk.  She transforms herself into one of the Mean Girls in order to fit in and earn her place in the school, even though it starts as a joke, she finds herself so far into it she actually turns into a mean girl. This is an example of conformity because it exemplifies Cady altering her behavior to what she believes is appropriate.

Conformity- the degree to which we will alter our behavior, attitudes, and points of view to fit our perceived expectation of what is appropriate.

Social Network

Facebook has become a way of life world wide in the past 5 years. Posting pictures, videos and updating statuses, you can follow every move of your friends and family. A popular social network among all ages and all cultures, the world of Facebook is only growing and becoming more and more complex.

Social Network- the web of ties you have with others

Triad

Back in Amarillo, I have two life long best friends who just happen to be brother and sister. My boyfriend, Thomas, has been my best friend and we're gone to school together since I can remember. And his sister, Marnie, is my best girlfriend. Together, we have a very complicated relationship but it couldn't be more perfect. We are a triad, which is hard at times because jealousy gets in the way, taking sides during arguments, and the fact that they are brother and sister is very difficult to handle as a girlfriend/best friend. I wouldn't change our relationships for the world though.

Triad- is a group consisting of three people.

Reference Group

Every year the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show come on national television, with millions of young woman, and millions more young boys watching every moment. These beautiful tall, skinny, fit woman walk down the runway partially dressed for the world to see. A true source of entertainment for most Americans, but also a reference group for young girls comparing themselves to each model that walks down the runway.

Reference Group- is the group that you use to evaluate yourself.

In-Group Bias

Being born and raised in the Texas panhandle, I feel an extreme closeness to Texas and all she stands for. I have family from out of state and there are always friendly family arguments about where were from and which place is better. I know, as a true Texas, that we are the best state in this country. There is no place else like it! Im guilty of being apart of an In-Group Bias.

In-Group Bias- is a group from which we are disconnected.

In-Group

Mean Girls is a perfect example of an In-Group, these three girls have complete control over the entire school. Every girl looks to them for the latest trend, and seek acceptance from them on a daily basis.

In-Group- is a group to which we feel an affinity or closness.