What Mode of Thinking Occurs When People Are Deeply Involved

question 106

Multiple Choice

What mode of thinking occurs when people are deeply involved in a cohesive in-group and members' strivings for unanimity override their motivation to realistically appraise alternative courses of action?

• A) brainstorming
• B) groupthink
• C) escalation of commitment
• D) group polarization
• E) risk propensity

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Definitions:

Accurate Reflection

The process in counseling or therapy where the therapist accurately interprets and mirrors back the client's thoughts or feelings, facilitating understanding and validation.

Articulating the Unverbalized

The process of expressing thoughts or feelings that are not initially expressed or fully conscious.

Carl Rogers

Carl Rogers was an influential American psychologist and one of the founders of the humanistic approach to psychology, emphasizing empathy, unconditional positive regard, and the client's self-healing process.

Heinz Kohut

A psychoanalyst known for his developments in self psychology, emphasizing the importance of empathy in the therapeutic process.