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Strategies to Avoid Groupthink

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Seeking Outside Opinions to Avoid Groupthink

One effective strategy to prevent groupthink is to actively seek and consider opinions from individuals or sources external to the group. This introduces diverse perspectives and helps challenge a potentially flawed internal consensus.

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Updated 2025-10-09

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OpenStax Psychology (2nd ed.) Textbook

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