Psychology of Groups and How They Affect Us in Decision Making-Varun Jauhari

Psychology of Groups and How They Affect Us in Decision Making


Having other people around really affects how we decide things, and this is all tied to how groups of people think. Imagine a college student deciding whether to speak up in class. Just having classmates there can make them more likely to join in and share their thoughts. But, on the flip side, if they think others might not like what they say, they might keep quiet. This shows how being in a group can really change how a person acts.

Conformity: Next, there's this idea of fitting in, or "conformity." In college, students often do things the way everyone else does—like dressing a certain way or studying a certain way—just to be part of the group. It's not always about what they really like or find helpful, but more about not wanting to feel left out.

Group thinking: Then, there's "groupthink," where people in a group go along with what everyone else thinks, even if it might not be the best idea. Take a group project, for example. Students might not share different ideas because they want to keep things smooth and avoid disagreements. This can lead to not-so-great decisions because everyone is trying too hard to agree.

So, when we're in college, or anywhere really, having others around can really change how you make choices. Whether it's feeling pressure to go along with the crowd, doing things just to fit in, or going with what everyone else thinks, the people around us have a big impact on how we decide things. Understanding this helps us make choices that balance what we really think with what the group thinks.

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