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group polarization
group polarization Group polarization is the tendency for people in a group to move toward a more extreme position on an issue after taking part in, or being exposed to, group discussion.
Group polarization is the tendency for people in a group to move toward a more extreme position on an issue after taking part in, or being exposed to, group discussion. In online settings, especially among like-minded people, this can intensify opinions and contribute to more extreme public discourse.