role ambiguity

indefinite expectations about the behaviors to be performed by individuals who occupy particular positions within a group or social setting. Role ambiguity is often caused by lack of clarity in the role itself, lack of consensus regarding the behaviors associated with the role, or the individual role taker’s uncertainty with regard to the types of behaviors expected.

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Psychology term of the day

September 8th 2024

open hospital

a psychiatric hospital without locked doors or physical restraints. Also called open-door hospital.