National Counselor Exam (NCE)

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What is a common effect of an authoritarian leadership style on group members?

Members become independent thinkers
Members become more integrated
Members become dependent on the leader
Members take initiative

The correct answer is: Members become dependent on the leader

An authoritarian leadership style often results in group members becoming dependent on the leader for guidance, direction, and decision-making. This is largely due to the leader's tendency to maintain strict control over the group, which limits the autonomy and input of individual members. In such environments, the leader makes key decisions unilaterally, leaving little room for member participation or collaboration. Consequently, as members rely heavily on the leader to provide direction, they may struggle to develop their skills in critical thinking and self-direction, fostering a dependency on the leader's authority for direction and validation of their actions. This dynamic can stifle creativity and inhibit the development of initiative among group members.