1st Edition

The Psychology of Social Identity

By Rosalyn H. Shute Copyright 2027
178 Pages 9 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

178 Pages 9 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

Who are you, really? Why does it sometimes feel so hard to fit in? Are we defined by our past, or can we reinvent who we are? The Psychology of Social Identity unpacks the fascinating, messy, and ever-changing nature of identity. Drawing on cutting-edge psychological research and real-world examples, this engaging book explores how social groups, life changes, and cultural influences shape... Read more

Preface

Chapter 1. Setting the Scene

Chapter 2. People Who Need People: Evolution and Identity

Chapter 3. Who am I? Our Shape-shifting Identity

Chapter 4. “You don't belong here”: The Fear of Rejection—and the Value of Affirmation

Chapter 5.  Chameleons: Managing our World of Difference

Chapter 6. The Quest for Authenticity

Chapter 7. A Foot in Each Camp: Acculturation

Chapter 8. The Upside of Being All Mixed Up

References

Biography

Rosalyn H. Shute is Adjunct Professor in Psychology at Flinders University, Adelaide, Australia. Her research expertise lies broadly in clinical child psychology and paediatric psychology/child health and well-being, and she is an experienced teacher of developmental psychology and clinical child/paediatric psychology.