Symptoms of groupthink include: rationalizing unpleasant and disconfirming data; stereotyping competitors as weak, evil, and/or stupid; protecting members from hearing disturbing ideas or outside viewpoints; and applying direct pressure to deviants to conform to group wishes.

Groupthink Symptoms

Characteristics indicating that a decision-making group is prioritizing harmony and conformity over critical evaluation of alternatives.

Stereotyping Competitors

Assuming characteristics about competitors based on generalized perceptions rather than individual qualities or behaviors.