What are the factors influencing cohesiveness?

The factors influencing cohesiveness are:

• Attractiveness: It includes dimensions like:

(a) attraction of the members to each other:

(b) attraction of the individual members towards the activities and functions of the group; and

(c) the extent to which the individual is attracted to the group as a means of satisfying his/her own needs.

• Amount of Effort: The amount of effort required to gain entry into the group, influences group cohesiveness. More the effort made for joining the group, higher would be attraction of members towards the group.

• External Threats and Severe Competition: Group cohesiveness increases in face of threats from outside the group such as loss of privileges, violence, etc. It helps in providing togetherness at the times of danger.

• Group Belongingness: It implies the emotional attachment among the group-members. The interpersonal ties between group members lead to cohesiveness.