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Paper 1 structured question: Social identity, part of a person’s identity that that comes from belonging to social groups, such

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Critics of social identity theory argue that it does not fully explain prosocial behavior.

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Critique of Social Identity Theory

Critics suggest that factors such as individual differences and cultural influences play a significant role in prosocial behavior, beyond just social identity.

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    Define Define prosocial behavior.

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Limitations of Social Identity Theory

While social identity theory emphasizes group identity, critics argue that it fails to account for individual differences and cultural influences that also affect prosocial behavior.

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    Explain Explain two criticisms of social identity theory regarding prosocial behavior.

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