The Tendency for Group Discussions to Focus on Information That

question 64

Multiple Choice

The tendency for group discussions to focus on information that all members share is known as:

• A)group polarization.
• B)the common knowledge effect.
• C)groupthink.
• D)deindividuation.

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Definitions:

Personality Disorders

Mental health conditions characterized by patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that are significantly different from cultural norms, causing distress or impairing function.

Dimensional Approach

A method in psychology that considers mental disorders along a continuum rather than as distinct categories, evaluating the degree of symptoms rather than the presence or absence of a diagnosis.

DSM

A key resource for healthcare practitioners, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders presents detailed criteria for diagnosing various mental health conditions.

Dysfunction

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