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substitutes for leadership theory

a contingency theory of leadership proposing that leadership is not important to effective group performance in some work situations. For instance, a highly structured task (see task structure) may substitute for a directive leader and a highly cohesive work group may substitute for a considerate, supportive leader. See situational leadership theory. [developed in 1978 by Steven Kerr and U.S. organizational behaviorist John Michael Jermier (1950–  )]

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postural aftereffect

postural aftereffect

a change in posture that arises as an aftereffect of prior stimulation. For example, when viewing a moving scene, a person typically leans in the direction of the motion. When viewing ends, body posture returns to a vertical position and then, briefly, leans in the opposite direction.