Explain Group Polarization

question 97

Essay

Explain group polarization.

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Definitions:

Romantic Partners

Individuals engaged in a romantic relationship with each other, characterized by emotional and physical intimacy and commitment.

Dyadic Withdrawal

The process of increasing reliance on one person for gratification and decreasing reliance on others.

Norm of Homogamy

The social expectation that individuals tend to select romantic partners who are similar to themselves in characteristics such as socio-economic status, beliefs, or ethnicity.

Norm of Ageism

A societal norm that entails prejudiced attitudes and discriminatory actions based on a person's age, often targeting the elderly.