Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ261064
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Publication Date: 1982-Apr
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Groupthink: One Peril of Group Cohesiveness.
Rosenblum, Estelle H.
Journal of Nursing Administration, v12 n4 p27-31 Apr 1982
This article briefly discusses some important elements of group effectiveness, then outlines characteristics of groupthink, provides examples of situations in which it occurs, and recommends actions in each case for preventing or lessening it. (Author/CT)
Descriptors: Conformity, Decision Making, Group Behavior, Group Dynamics, Group Unity, Nurses, Peer Influence
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Reports - Evaluative
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Language: English
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