When people model themselves after the members of peer groups they would like to join, they are engaging in:
A) group conformity.
B) future directedness.
C) anticipatory socialization.
D) group rejection.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Anticipatory socialization refers to the process by which individuals adopt the norms and values of a group they aspire to join. This may involve modeling oneself after the members of the group in order to fit in and be accepted. Group conformity refers to the pressure to conform to the norms of a group one is already a member of, while group rejection refers to being excluded or ostracized from a group. Future directedness is not a concept related to this scenario.

When People Model Themselves After the Members of Peer Groups