Intergroup relations

Question 1

relative deprivation

Answer 1

Walker and Smith, 2002 - less than entitled to, precondition to aggression

Question 2

function of aversive events

Answer 2

Berkowitz, 1962 - aversive events and aggressive associations

Question 3

egoistic vs fratenalistic relative deprivation

Answer 3

Runciman, 1966

Question 4

realistic conflict theory - summer camp theory

Answer 4

Sherif, 1966 - groups compete over scare resources marked by conflict
Brewer and Campbell, 1976 - derogation to tribal groups

Question 5

minimal group paradigm

Answer 5

Tajfel et al, 1971 - in group favouritism, allocate money despite knowing nothing

Question 6

improving intergroup relations

Answer 6

1. reduce conflict theory
2. superordinate goals
3. contact hypothesis (Allport, 1954) - bring members of opposite social groups together to reduce prejudice