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A Level specialist option – Organisational Psychology (1 questions)
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Group cohesion refers to the strength of the bonds linking members of a team, encompassing both task cohesion (commitment to shared goals) and social cohesion (interpersonal attraction).
| Positive Effects | Negative Effects |
| Higher motivation and effort, leading to improved productivity. | Groupthink – reduced critical evaluation of ideas. |
| Better communication and coordination, enhancing quality of work. | Exclusion of outsiders, potentially limiting diversity of perspectives. |
| Increased job satisfaction and lower turnover. | Over‑reliance on consensus can slow decision‑making. |
Thus, while cohesion can boost performance through unity and shared purpose, excessive cohesion may hinder innovation and adaptability. Effective managers balance cohesion with mechanisms that encourage critical thinking and inclusion.