Tajfels Social Identity Theory 1979 Flashcards

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What is social categorisation?

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belonging to a group based on gender, social class, religion etc.

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What is social identification?

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Perceive everyone else as ingroup or outgroup- adopt ingroup members values, attitudes, appearance and behaviour

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What is social comparison?

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Viewing your social identity as superior to others
Leads to prejudice and discrimination

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