Group Trust: A Proposed Definition, Model, and Empirical Evidence from Competency Committee Decisions
Abstract
Problem: Trust is a critical component of competency committees given their high-stakes decisions. However, few studies have examined trust and group decisions. Methods: We conducted a scoping review to synthesize a definition of "group trust" and develop a group trust model. Using this framework, the research team also conducted an investigation involving structured observations of competency committeemeetings within the National Capital Consortium. Results: We defined group trust as a group-directed willingness to accept vulnerability to actions of the members based on the expectation that members will perform a particular action important to the group, encompassing social exchange, collective perceptions, and interpersonal trust. The model served as a useful organizing framework for reporting findings, encompassing interpersonal interactions and individual, group, and environmental factors. Conclusions: We propose a definition of group trust and a framework for making observations regarding group decisions and have collected preliminary empirical data to support its use.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 12, 2019
- Accession Number
- AD1181540
Entities
People
- Jason Sapp
Organizations
- Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences