Identity and behavior change

7 important questions on Identity and behavior change

When does an aggregate become a group? (3 characteristics)

An aggregate becomes a group when people identify with it, are interdependent, and have
a common fate.

How do groups differ?

  • Distinct
  • Coherent
  • Bounded

Core Social Motives (BUCkET)

  • Beloging
  • Understanding (information & meaning)
  • Controlling
  • Self Enhancing
  • Trusting
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Optimal Distinctiveness Theory

  • Joining groups to belong to others and be different from others
  • People want social identities that balance the needs
  • Need for individualisation
  • Need for distinctiveness

Phases of group socialization

  1. Investigation
  2. Socialization
  3. Maintenance
  4. Resocialisation
  5. Remembrance

Do the six identities in the Six Americas result exist in other countries? Discuss the methodological and conceptual justification for your answer.

Yes these exist in other countries,

Factors that influence how relevant an identity is for behavior

  • Accessibility
  • Fit
  • COM-B model
  • Self affirmation

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