Social Self Soc 3

This set of flashcards covers key concepts in social psychology, including theories of social identity, group dynamics, and bias.

Social Identity

That part of an individual’s self-concept which derives from knowledge of membership in a social group, along with the value and emotional significance attached to that membership.

Robbers Cave Study

A famous experiment that involved 22 boys divided into two groups, which demonstrated ingroup formation, intergroup friction, and integration.

Ingroup Bias

A tendency to favor members of one's own group and view them positively.

Outgroup Bias

A tendency to view members of outside groups negatively, often resulting in discrimination.

Minimal Group Paradigm

A social psychology method where participants are grouped based on trivial criteria, often leading to ingroup favoritism.

Social Identity Theory

A theory proposing that a person's self-esteem is influenced by their group memberships, leading to ingroup favoritism.

Self-Categorisation Theory

A theory that explains how individuals perceive themselves at different levels of group categorization, influencing their behavior and identity.

Ingroup Favoritism

The phenomenon where individuals show preferential treatment and positive biases towards their own group.

Outgroup Homogeneity

The perception that members of an outside group are more similar to each other than they really are.

Social Comparison Theory

A theory suggesting that individuals determine their own social and personal worth based on how they stack up against others.