Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
A group setting refers to a social environment where individuals come together and interact with one another, often sharing common goals, interests, or tasks.
Related terms
Social facilitation: The presence of others in a group setting enhances an individual's performance on simple or well-practiced tasks.
Group polarization: The tendency for people to adopt more extreme positions or attitudes when they are part of a group.
Social loafing: The phenomenon where individuals exert less effort when working as part of a group compared to when working alone.