social psych- moderator and mediator

moderator

When/where effect is likely to occur -variable that affects the strength of the relationship between predictor and criterion variable

System justification theory

basic motivation to think the world is fare. results in disadvantaged people supporting the system

relative deprivation is moderated by system justification

dampens the blow of inequality pro= make you feel better con= doesnt help your situation

Mediation example: tuition fees

explains how those who suffered increase tuition fees led to protest: -mediator was anger

cognitive dissonance

feelings of deprivation may lessen if attributed to outside effects

belief in just world

lessens discontent, and psychological discomfort and blame others for misfortune

Relative deprivation

the more your group feels deprived us positively associated with protests

mediator

the relationship between predictor and the criterion