Social identity: Social identity in psychology is the part of an individual's self-concept derived from their perceived membership in social groups, such as nationality, religion, gender, or professional affiliation. It involves identifying with these groups. Social identity is central to understanding how individuals perceive themselves and others within a social context. See also Social groups, Social behavior, Behavior, Self, Self-consciousness, Self-knowledge._____________Annotation: The above characterizations of concepts are neither definitions nor exhausting presentations of problems related to them. Instead, they are intended to give a short introduction to the contributions below. – Lexicon of Arguments. |