7 Best Breaking Social Norms Project Ideas For Students in 2025

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Take a day to communicate only using written or signed language, noting responses and difficulties.

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Silent Day

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Maintain extended eye contact while in public with strangers, noting their discomfort or interest.

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Eye Contact Challenge

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When dressing in public, defy social norms by donning non-traditional clothing.

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Dress Code Rebellion

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Examine gender norms by clothing or acting in ways that go against the expectations of your gender.

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Gender Expression Experiment

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Purposefully defy social conventions during encounters or discussions and watch for responses.

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Reverse Psychology Experimen

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Try establishing limits on personal space in public places and see how people respond.

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Personal Space Invasion

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For a certain amount of time, completely cut off from technology and see how it affects social relationships and day-to-day living.

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Digital Detox

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