Behavioral Sciences - Groups

Flashcards on Groups and Social Behavior

Group Definition

A social whole made up of two or more people who are aware of each other, have common goals and rules, and maintain relations over time.

Eight Features of a Group

Visibility, Being organised, Role, Interaction, Norm, Values, Goals, Continuity

Social Aggregate

Human communities with spatial and physical proximity but without mutual relations, integrative common values, and norms.

Varieties of Social Aggregate

Simple Crowds, Active Crowds, Audiences and Listeners, Show Crowds

Mass

A whole formed due to certain shared features among a large number of people.

Classification Criteria of Groups

Size, Continuity, Structure, Social Roles, Interrelations, Shared Values

Primary and Secondary Groups

Primary Groups, Secondary Groups

Continuous and Non-continuous Groups

Continuous Groups, Non-continuous Groups

Formal and Informal Groups

Formal Groups, Informal Groups

Reference and Membership Groups

Reference Groups, Membership Groups

Traditional Authority

Traditions

Charismatic Authority

Personal Features

Legal Authority

Legislations

Authoritarian Leadership

The leader adopts the authority and the responsibility

Democratic Leadership

The leader shares authority and responsibility with his/her subordinates.

Status

Gained in groups through merit, loyalty, or seniority.

Role

Expected behaviors from an individual.

Norm

Not written, Has sanction power.

Why and How to Become Member of a Group

close to the alikes., Forming relationships, Interactions, Realization of the mutual goal, Gaining social identity, Security, Obtaining power & status, Making sense of life

Effects of Groups on Individuals

Creating Pressure and Fear, Weakening Individuality, Obeying the Group, Taking Risk, Effect on Productivity