Social Pressure Affects Moral Standing

Abstract

People are social animals; thus, social influence can significantly affect people's behavior. Conformity has been discussed for years as it's a great example of how social pressure can affect a person's thoughts and behaviors. Scientists have carried out a bunch of experiments to research conformity. Asch's experiment, for example, shows how social pressure can influence a person's decision to make the right choice. Conformity can also result in a series of effects and problems. Bystander effects, for example, show how informational social influence can affect people's behavior. Blind obedience shows how conformity can cause crimes and disasters. This paper doesn't promote social determinism but shows the relationship between social pressure and people's moral standing. Several experiments and studies and related social events will also be included. It's concluded that it is possible that our morality is not just a matter of goodwill but also the result of conformity.