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Group Behavior: Polarization and Groupthink

Explore the structure and function of different group behaviors, with a focus on group polarization and groupthink. Understand how attitudes, persuasion, and cultural factors influence group dynamics. Learn about the impact of others on individuals and the effects of group interaction.

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Group Behavior: Polarization and Groupthink

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  1. WHS AP Psychology Unit 12: Social Pyschology Essential Task 12-4: Describe the structure and function of different kinds of group behavior with specific attention to group polarization and group think 

  2. Fundamental Attribution Error Self-Serving Bias We are here Schema Cognitive Dissonance Attribution Individualistic vs. Collectivistic Culture Attitudes and Persuasion Routes to Persuasion Just-World Hypothesis Unit 12: Social Psychology Attraction In-Group/Out-Group Impact of Others on You Group Behavior Group Think Conformity Compliance Group Polarization

  3. Groupthink A mode of thinking that occurs when the desire for harmony in a decision-making group overrides the realistic appraisal of alternatives. Attack on Pearl Harbor Kennedy and the Cuban Missile Crisis Watergate Cover-up Chernobyl Reactor Accident

  4. Groupthink • Groupthink- syndrome of bad decision-making 12.17

  5. Group Polarization Risky Neutral Cautious Group Polarization- tendency to shift toward more extreme positions after group discussion

  6. Effects of Group Interaction Group Polarization enhances a group’s prevailing attitudes through a discussion. If a group is like-minded, discussion strengthens its prevailing opinions and attitudes.

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