group think

Groupthink occurs when a group's desire for harmony and conformity leads members to prioritize consensus over critical thinking. This phenomenon can cause individuals to suppress personal opinions, ignore dissenting viewpoints, and settle on decisions without thorough analysis. As a result, the group may make flawed or risky choices because alternative perspectives and potential flaws are overlooked in the pursuit of unity. Groupthink often happens in cohesive teams or organizations, especially under pressure or time constraints, reducing overall decision quality and increasing the risk of systemic errors.