In the spiral of silence, important minority opinions can go unvoiced, leading to a distorted sense of public opinion. This can create a climate of fear and conformity over time.
Similarly, in the prisoner’s dilemma, mutual distrust can lead to decisions that harm all parties involved, such as missed opportunities for cooperation.
Both ultimately undermine collective well-being by preventing optimal group outcomes.
In the spiral of silence, important minority opinions can go unvoiced, leading to a distorted sense of public opinion. This can create a climate of fear and conformity over time. Similarly, in the prisoner’s dilemma, mutual distrust can lead to decisions that harm all parties involved, such as missed opportunities for cooperation. Both ultimately undermine collective well-being by preventing optimal group outcomes.