Do social expectations affect people and their behavior?

napmThreads: 1 Posts: 1 Author: nelly perdomo	Mar 9, 2011, 10:42pm #1
hi i need to do a research paper, however i can't formulate my thesis statement correctly and clearly. TOPIC: do social expectations affect people and their behavior? THESIS STATEMENT: social expectations alienate people and their behavior and do not allow them to express themselves in a comfortable way. i think the word "comfortable is too vague. and i would like to be more specific and talk about stereotypes and social roles. but i don't know how to put it down...please help me thank you!! :)

alesha ricoleThreads: 1 Posts: 3 Author: Alesha Lindsey	Mar 11, 2011, 02:18pm #2
To me, the topic wants you to discuss the how people and their behavior are influenced by what is expected in a social situation. Maybe you can say something to the extent of this: Behavior can be influenced by social situations and the expectations of the individuals involved. I hope this helps.

EF_KevinThreads: 33 Posts: 14,204 Author: You can help a lot of people by visiting the "Unanswered" threads! [Moderator]	Mar 11, 2011, 03:43pm #3
napm: i think the word "comfortable is too vague. a I agree! But instead of trying to change the words, make the meaning of the statement a little more... a little more.... well, meaningful. Make a statement that some people might disagree with. Google this: arguable thesis I often tell people to google that. Be creative, and make your own unique observation in addition to this truism. :-)

Do social expectations affect people and their behavior? - thesis statement