Groupthink Is More Likely to Occur in a Highly Cohesive

question 83

True/False

Groupthink is more likely to occur in a highly cohesive group that is insulated from others and has no established procedure for systematically defining problems and exploring alternatives.

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Definitions:

Central Processing

A cognitive processing route that involves careful and thoughtful consideration of persuasive message content.

Peripheral Processing

A mode of information processing in persuasion that involves focusing on superficial cues rather than the central content of the message, often leading to temporary attitude change.

Need For Cognition

A tendency to engage in and enjoy effortful thinking, analysis, and mental problem solving.

Personal Relevance

Degree to which people expect an issue to have significant consequences for their own lives.