When individuals choose not to express their opinions or thoughts within a group setting, often due to social pressure or fear of negative consequences.
Related terms
Conformity: The tendency to adjust one's behavior and beliefs to match those of a majority or influential group.
Social Norms: Unwritten rules within a society or group that dictate acceptable behaviors and attitudes.
Groupthink: A phenomenon where the desire for harmony or conformity in a group leads to dysfunctional decision-making.