Purity spiral
social feedback loop leading to extremism From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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A purity spiral is a theory about a problematic form of mindset within certain groups, where their members tend to prove their loyalty by coming up with extreme views and pressuring others into agreeing with them,[1][2] which causes a "spiral" of in-group radicalization.[1][2] Group members who do not follow the spiral are often abused.[1][2]
Examples
Purity spiral has existed among several groups or regimes throughout history, with some causing disastrous consequences:[1][2]
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