Reputational concerns as a general determinant of group functioning

Journal article

To understand a group’s (dys)functionality, we propose to focus on its members’ concerns for their reputation. The examples of prosocial behavior and information exchange in decision-making groups illustrate that empirical evidence directly or indirectly suggests that reputational concerns play a central role in groups. We argue that our conceptualization fulfils criteria for a good theory: enhancing understanding, abstraction, testability, and applicability.

Authors: Faber, N; Savulescu, J; Van Lange, P

• Publication status: In press
• Peer review status: Peer reviewed
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press Publisher's website
• Journal: Behavioral and Brain Sciences Journal website
• Publication date: 2015-08-01
• Acceptance date: 2015-08-11
• ISSN: 1469-1825