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Orthopedic disability, conformity, and social support

E Orr¹, R D Thein, E Aronson

¹Department of Behavioral Sciences, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Israel.

The Journal of Psychology

|March 1, 1995

Summary

Individuals with orthopedic disabilities tend to conform more, and this behavior is linked to lower social support. While conformity may gain support in specific situations, it doesn't improve overall social connection.

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Area of Science:

Psychology
Sociology
Disability Studies

Background:

Social expectations and support systems significantly influence behavior, particularly for individuals with physical disabilities.
Understanding the interplay between disability, conformity, and social support is crucial for promoting inclusivity.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the relationship between orthopedic disability, social support, and conformist behavior.
To examine how conforming and assertive behaviors are perceived and rewarded in social contexts involving disability.

Main Methods:

Two studies were conducted: one comparing conformity in disabled versus able-bodied individuals and correlating social support with conformity, and a second experimental study manipulating disability cues and social support.
Participants included individuals with orthopedic disabilities, able-bodied individuals, and university students in an experimental setting.

Main Results:

Individuals with orthopedic disabilities exhibited a higher tendency to conform compared to able-bodied individuals.
Conformity was negatively correlated with perceived social support among those with disabilities.
Conforming behaviors, regardless of disability status, elicited more social support than assertive behaviors, though non-conforming disabled actors were perceived as more original.

Conclusions:

Individuals with orthopedic disabilities face expectations to conform.
Conformity may elicit social support in immediate interactions but does not necessarily enhance overall social integration.
Further research is needed to explore strategies for fostering genuine social support and acceptance for individuals with disabilities beyond conformity.

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