Functions of Group

Estimated time: 5 minutes

CISCE: Class 12

Key Points: Functions of Group

Fulfilling Needs – Groups help satisfy various social and psychological needs, such as achievement, affiliation, safety, and approval.
Achieving Complex Goals – Some goals are too difficult to achieve alone, so people join groups to get mutual support in reaching these goals.
Gaining Knowledge – Groups are important sources of knowledge and information, with much of our learning coming from social interactions in groups.
Social Learning – More than 70% of our knowledge comes through social learning within groups, as noted by Bandura.
Developing Positive Self-Concept – Group membership helps individuals develop a positive self-identity and confidence through the reinforcement of group norms and values.