Social Biases
Groupthink
Suppressing doubts to preserve group harmony.
What Is Groupthink?
Groupthink is a thinking trap where suppressing doubts to preserve group harmony.
How It Tricks You
It can turn partial social evidence into a confident judgment about people, motives, or groups.
Real-World Example
A team stays quiet about risks because the room feels united.
Seen Online As
- No one in the room objected, so we must all agree.
- Raising concerns now would just slow everyone down.
- The team feels aligned, but no one tested the weak points.
What To Ask Instead
What dissent has not been invited?
Related Thinking Traps
Common Situations
Quick FAQ
What is Groupthink?
Suppressing doubts to preserve group harmony.
What is an example of Groupthink?
A team stays quiet about risks because the room feels united.
How do I spot Groupthink?
What dissent has not been invited?