Group think And Conformity

 Respond to the following discussion topics:

 

1-      According to the textbook, a leader can have a major influence on whether or not groupthink will occur. Describe four (4) ways in which a leader could affect groupthink. Additionally, give two (2) examples of a leader in history that has promoted groupthink. Describe at least two (2) ways groupthink could have been avoided in your example.

 

2-      Explain the power of social influence based on the findings of Milgram’s experiment. Provide two (2) examples of a situation you have been in where you felt you had to conform to someone or something. Indicate whether you felt you had to conform because of informational or normative influence, and explain the main reasons for your indication.