Conformity and Collective Behavior During COVID-19

This chapter examines the role of groupthink and social pressure during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on how fear can drive individuals to act against their beliefs. It highlights the psychological mechanisms of conformity and self-censorship through experiments and real-life examples, illustrating the social dynamics that influence behavior. The discussion also touches on the impact of the internet in shaping modern communities and the potential exploitation of collective tendencies for political control.