sensitivity training

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Training in small groups in which people develop a sensitive awareness and understanding of themselves and of their relationships with others.

Method of laboratory training where an unstructured group of individuals exchange thoughts and feelings on a face-to-face basis. Sensitivity training helps give insight into how and why others feel the way they do on issues of mutual concern.

The use of group dynamics to experiment with and alter behavioral patterns and interpersonal reactions. Also called T group.

Training in small groups in which people learn how to interact with each other by developing a sensitive awareness and understanding of themselves and of their relationships with others.