Many fraternities, sororities, and sports teams have initiation rituals. For example, at one school, all the members of the soccer team must wear unusual clothing everywhere on campus for an entire day and then have embarrassing haircuts. These rituals try to capitalize on the role of __________ in increasing commitment via self-justification.

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These rituals involve a form of suffering or discomfort, which participants are likely to justify by increasing their commitment to the group, aligning with the concept of self-justification.

Many Fraternities, Sororities, and Sports Teams Have Initiation Rituals