In the West, we value developing an autonomous andindividualistic personality. In many Eastern cultures, “Groupthinkâ€is a standard collectivistic expectation.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of both?
How does Groupthink and Autonomy manifest itself in humanrelationships, the workplace, social circles, organizations, theclassroom, etc.?
What are examples in our own culture where we are encouraged topractice Groupthink? Autonomy?
What cultures around the globe practice Groupthink. What mightbe the problems of the autonomous thinking U.S. forming an alliancewith these countries?
If you had a business or personal relationship with a Groupthinkperson, what problems or misunderstandings might arise?
If you were raised in a Groupthink culture, how would your lifebe different from the way it is now?
