Groupthink is a phenomenon in which individuals overlook potential problems in the pursuit of consensus thinking. It can lead to flawed conclusions and dangerous outcomes, particularly in political situations. Groupthink can be reduced by inviting criticism and appointing a 'devil's advocate' against the group. Real-life examples of groupthink include the Challenger shuttle disaster, the Bay of Pigs, Watergate, and the escalation of the Vietnam War.
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