PSYC 3430 Chapter Notes - Chapter 1-3: Sociogram, Interpersonal Relationship, Agreeableness
23 Jan 2016
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Group dynamics - axns, processes and changes that occur within groups and b/w groups - provide the scientific basis for the field of group dynamics. Group = 2 or more individuals who are connected by and within social relationship. Dyad = small group, cxtd by love, no subgroups- unique and powerful - influence on members more extensive. Socialo networking - set of interpersonally intercxtd individuals or groups. Tak interaxn - all group behavior that is focused principally on the group. Relationship rection- influence strength of emotion and interpersonal bonds. Categories a collection of people or things that share a common attribute or are related in some way. Groups can be classified by basic categories or clusters but can"t be classified by categories alone. Aggregate a collection of individuals who are present in the same time and place but who do not form a unit. Moving from a category/aggregate to a group.
