Explain the Meaning of a Risky Shift and a Conservative

question 105

Essay

Explain the meaning of a risky shift and a conservative shift and why they occur in group decision making.

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Definitions:

Physiological

Physiological pertains to the functions and activities of living organisms and their parts, including all physical and chemical processes.

Emotion-focused Coping

A strategy for managing stress by addressing and controlling one’s emotional response to stressors rather than the stressors themselves.

Problem-focused Coping

A strategy aimed at addressing and managing the source of stress rather than merely alleviating its symptoms, often involving practical solutions.

Avoidance

A behavior or action taken to escape from or prevent an unpleasant situation or outcome.