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Cognitive dynamics of norm compliance. From norm adoption to flexible automated conformity

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In this paper, an integrated, cognitive view of different mechanisms, reasons and pathways to norm compliance is presented. After a short introduction, theories of norm compliance are reviewed, and found to group in four main typologies: the rational choice model of norm compliance; theories based on conditional preferences to conformity, theories of thoughtless conformity, and theories of norm internalization. In the third section of the paper, the normative architecture EMIL-A is presented. Previous work discussed the epistemic module of this normative architecture, allowing for the generation of normative beliefs being formed. The fourth and fifth sections present the pragmatic modules of EMIL-A, i.e. norm adoption—leading to normative goals—and norm compliance—leading to their execution. Not only are several alternative reasons for norm adoption shown, but also several pathways to norm compliance are identified. Finally, a summary and ideas for future works conclude the paper.

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  1. This normative architecture has been developed within the EMIL project (EMergence In the Loop: simulating the two way dynamics of norm innovation), a FET-funded European project on the agent-based simulation of the two-way dynamics of norm innovation. See Lotzmann et al. (2012) for a description of EMIL-S, a tool box implementing EMIL-A.

  2. The feeling of discomfort at having done something wrong not only by one’s own norms but also in the eyes of those whose opinions matter to you.

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Andrighetto, G., Conte, R. Cognitive dynamics of norm compliance. From norm adoption to flexible automated conformity. Artif Intell Law 20, 359–381 (2012). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10506-012-9135-6

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