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Resisting Social Influence Explained | Social Support & Locus of Control | AQA A-Level Psychology

In this video, I explain why some people are able to resist social influence, a key topic in AQA A-Level Psychology (Social Influence). I focus on the two explanations students must know: Social support Locus of control (Rotter, 1966) Each explanation is broken down step by step, using clear examples, classic studies, and real-world applications to make the topic easy to understand and exam-ready. In this lesson you’ll learn: What it means to resist conformity and obedience How social support weakens majority pressure and authority The role of dissenters in reducing conformity (Asch) How disobedient confederates reduce obedience (Milgram) What locus of control is and why internals resist more than externals Key research including Asch, Milgram, Rotter, Holland, Gamson, Allen & Levine, and Twenge Strengths and limitations of each explanation Why resistance cannot be explained by personality alone 🔗 Useful revision resources linked in the description 📌 Topic: Social Influence – Resistance to Social Influence 📌 Exam Board: AQA 📌 Focus: AO1 knowledge + AO3 evaluation This video is ideal for: AQA A-Level Psychology students Year 12 & Year 13 revision Students preparing for 16-mark questions Teachers looking for a clear teaching explanation