Tajfel's social identity theory explanation of prejudice Flashcards
1
Q
What does SIT claim?
A
That simply perceiving yourself as belonging to a social group would be enough to start a feeling of prejudice towards others. It claims that prejudice is a natural outcome of social grouping.
2
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What does SIT say about self-esteem?
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How you feel about yourself and your self-esteem depends on how you feel about the group you are a member of and to boost your self-esteem you would usually be at the expense of another group.
3
Q
who was Tajfel?
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A European Jew who suffered discrimination and prejudice during WW2
4
Q
what are the three stages Tajfel suggests occur?
A
- social categorization
- social identification
- social comparison
