Social Influence And Group Processes — Psychology STD 12 Humanities — Question

Definition of group - A group may be defined as an organised system of two or more individuals, who are interacting and inter-dependent, have common motives, have a set of role relationship among its members and have norms that regulate the behaviour of its members.
Characteristics

• A social unit consisting of two or more individuals who perceive themselves as belonging to the group.
• A collection of individuals who have common motives and goals.
• A collection of individuals who are interdependent.
• A gathering of individuals who interact with each other.
• Individuals who are trying to satisfy a need.
• Whose interactions are structured by a set of rules and norms.

Stages of formation of group are

• Forming stage (formation).
• Storming stage (conflict).
• Norming stage (stabilisation).
• Performing stage (performance).
• Adjourning stage (dismissal).