When a Group Exerts Such Strong Pressure to Conform That

question 21

Multiple Choice

When a group exerts such strong pressure to conform that it prevents people from expressing critical ideas,the group is suffering from __________.

• A)groupthink
• B)polarization
• C)risky shift
• D)deindividuation

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Definitions:

Contraindication

A symptom that renders use of a remedy or procedure inadvisable, usually because of risk.

Efficacy

The therapeutic value of a procedure or therapy, such as a drug.

Palliative

Care aimed at providing relief from the symptoms and stress of a serious illness, focusing on improving quality of life for both the patient and the family.

Empiric

Based on observation or experience rather than theory or pure logic, often referring to medical treatment guidelines.