This document provides an overview of the psychology of groups. It defines a group as a collection of two or more interdependent individuals who usually feel, think and act together. It outlines the key characteristics of groups including interdependence, common goals, and shared norms and values. The document then discusses different types of groups and the stages of group dynamics including forming, storming, norming, performing, and adjourning. It also covers principles of group formation such as physical proximity, interaction, and similarity of interests/purpose. Finally, it identifies factors that influence group behavior such as sympathy, suggestion, and imitation.

1. SUBJECT: PSYCHOLOGY
TOPIC: PSYCHOLOGY OF GROUPS
PRESENTED BY
MR. DEEPAK SUWALKA
HOD & ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC) NURSING
VENKTESHWAR COLLEGE OF NURSING,
UDAIPUR(RAJASTHAN)

2. GROUP
• Group is defined as Collection of two or more inter- dependent individuals who
usually fee, think and act together.
• Characteristics:
•Existence of two or more than two members.
•Interdependence in relationship.
•Common Goal.
•Group Loyalty.
•Definite set of values or norms.
•Demonstration of group behavior.

3. TYPES OF GROUPS
• • We-group and Others-group.
• • Primary group (intimate) and Secondary group (professional groups).
• • Organized and spontaneous.
• • Formal (rigid rules, values and norms) and Informal(liberty, freedom of action
and informal relationship).

4. GROUP DYNAMICS
• • It is the interactive psychological relationship in which the members of a group
develop a common perception based on feelings and emotions.
• These inter - simulative relationship may be described by the term group
dynamics.

5. FORMING
• Group members look to the leader for direction.
• Members are sizing each other up – checking out personalities and talents of
other members.
• Members focus their discussion on the task at hand, not worrying about
relationships.
• Feelings going through members include insecurity, nervousness. They are asking
themselves “do i belong?”, “Will i be accepted by the group?”

6. STORMING
• • This stage is characterized by tension, competition, and conflict among group
members.
• • Questions arise about who is responsible for what and what the rules are.
• • Some members may remain silent while others attempt to dominate.
• • Some members question authority and competency of the group leader
• • The group leader has to raise the conflict issue and deal with it.

7. NORMING
• • Conflicts are resolved and there is a stronger sense of belonging to the group.
• • Creativity is high.
• • People know where they fit in and what is expected of them.

8. PERFORMING
• • Now the group is in high gear and highly productive. The need for group
approval is past.
• • Group members can now focus on the task and care for other members of the
group.
• • Group identity is complete, group morale is high, and group loyalty is intense.

9. ADJOURNING/ RE-FORMING
• • This stage occurs when the tasks are completed
• • And there no longer need for the group to exist.
• • This stage includes
• • Recognition for participation (awards)
• • And an opportunity for group members to say good bye. (Closure)
• • With the dissolving of the group, new leaders are needed to take on the new
tasks, so a new group forms.

10. PRINCIPLES OF FORMATION OF GROUP
• • Physical proximity or closeness.
• • Interaction among individuals.
• • Similarity in attitudes.
• • Similarity in interests.
• • Similarity in purpose.
• • Similarity in occupation or means of
livelihood.
• Group attraction.
• Serving specific purpose.
• Distress or stressful situations.
• Security.

11. FACTORS INFLUENCING GROUP BEHAVIOUR
• Sympathy:
it helps in perceiving psychological state of another person. It helps in feeling together.
It acts as persuading for many group activities.
• Suggestion:
suggestion helps in collective thinking. A group requires support as well as opposition
from the same group. Suggestions helps in it.
• Imitation:
this is explained as following group members in common actions. The superior or leader
makes others to follow him/her

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