Group Discussions

Definition

Group discussions refer to the process of exchanging ideas, opinions, and information among members of a group in order to reach a collective decision or understanding.

Related terms

Groupthink:

Groupthink is a phenomenon where the desire for harmony or conformity within a group leads to an irrational decision-making outcome. (e.g., Everyone agrees with one idea without critically evaluating it).

Social Facilitation:

Social facilitation refers to the tendency for people to perform better on simple tasks when they are in the presence of others compared to when they are alone. (e.g., You might run faster when someone is watching you).

Conformity:

Conformity is the tendency for individuals to change their attitudes, beliefs, or behaviors to match those of a majority group. (e.g., Going along with what everyone else thinks or does).