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Social Identity Theory and its implications for behavior.

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Social Identity Theory Overview

Tajfel and Turner’s social identity theory posits that individuals categorize themselves into groups, which influences their behavior towards others. This theory suggests that shared identity can lead to prosocial behavior, particularly towards ingroup members.

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