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Altercasting — is a strategy for persuading people by forcing them in a social role, so that they will be inclined to behave according to that role.History and orientationAlthough the term altercasting is used quite frequently, it is not a very well known or… … Wikipedia
Compliance gaining — is a term used in the social sciences, specifically in sociology and communication studies, to identify the act of intentionally trying to alter behavior. The term refers to how people try to get other people to DO things, or comply. Compliance… … Wikipedia
impression management — A dramaturgical concept, introduced by Erving Goffman in The Presentation of Self in Everyday Life (1959). It highlights the ways in which persons in the company of others strive to present an image of themselves in particular ways. See also… … Dictionary of sociology
role — role, social role, role theory Role is a key concept in sociological theory. It highlights the social expectations attached to particular statuses or social positions and analyses the workings of such expectations. Role theory was particularly… … Dictionary of sociology
