Mass psychogenic illness, when many people in a group suddenly begin to feel sick, shows the power of __________.

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Mass psychogenic illness is an example of informational social influence, where individuals in a group look to others for cues on how to feel or behave, especially in ambiguous situations, leading to a collective belief in and manifestation of illness symptoms without a physical cause.

Mass Psychogenic Illness, When Many People in a Group Suddenly