Group Locomotion Hypothesis

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Description

Members of a group are motivated to help achieve the goals of the group. This is a classic situation of conformity, where the individual replaces their own desires with the greater good.

Example

I am a member of the Parents Association at the local school where my children attend. I know many teachers there and spend many hours helping out the school.

So what?

Using it

Be a member of a group. Ensure the group goals are aligned with your goals. Ensure the others in the group know the goals.

Defending

When looking at a group, find out their goals and decide whether these make sense to you before joining.

See also

Groupthink, Pluralistic Ignorance

References

Insko and Schopler (1972)

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