Chapter 6. Norms
Why is binge drinking so common among university students? In this meeting, we will study binge drinking as a cultural phenomenon, as something that is driven by norms. The main aim of the meeting is to introduce you to key concepts, theories and findings on norms.
Videos
| Content | Title | English | Dutch |
| Ch. 6 Overview | Norms | ||
| Ch. 6.6 | Why do norms emerge? |  | |
| Ch. 6.7 | Cultural maladaptation and norm change | ||
| Ch. 6 (Appendix) | What is game theory? | | |
| Ch. 6 (Appendix) | The Prisoner’s Dilemma | |
Power Point slides
- Chapter 6 lecture slides
Glossary
- Chapter 6 definitions of key concepts
Test your knowledge
- Chapter 6 Multiple Choice quiz.
- Chapter 6 Assignments (& Answers)
Further reading
- Chapter 6 advanced materials: Online Appendix
- Chapter 6 suggestions for further reading
Additional chapter resources
- What are Social norms? Watch this video from Prof. Thomas Grund (and try not to laugh!).
- Why do Norms emerge? Watch these instructive videos on the Prisoner’s Dilemma (here and here), and on the Tragedy of the Commons (here and here).
- Cultural maladaptation and norm change: watch these videos on: when Sweden switched to driving on the right (here), the bystander effect (here).
- On Dynamics of group distinction: watch these videos on Elias and the Civilizing Process (here), and on Bourdieu and distinction (here).