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circular reaction theory
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collective behaviour
- In collective behaviour: Interaction theories
…associates collective behaviour with “circular reaction,” a type of interaction in which each person reacts by repeating the action or mirroring the sentiment of another person, thereby intensifying the action or sentiment in the originator. Blumer adds a subtlety to this theory by sharply distinguishing circular reaction from “interpretative…
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