A recent article highlights that greater diversity leads to more conflict, as people with different values and behaviors interact.
In a society where everyone shares similar values and norms, there is a sense of order; however, with increased diversity, conflicts arise as individuals confront opposing views.
When network density increases with more connections, polarization within the collective inevitably rises sharply
According to Markus Hofer from CSH, this phenomenon can explain the rising polarization observed worldwide, posing a threat to democracy.
Author summary: Diversity leads to conflict and polarization.