The Social Identity Dimension of Inter-Group Conflicts

Abstract

This article aims to provide an analytical discussion for inter-group conflicts in the context of the social identity phenomenon, a rather neglected dimension of social conflict. The study reveals that social identity is related to inter-group conflicts by leading to stereotyping, ethnocentric behaviors, and inter-group competitions, offering, thus, a useful framework in capturing many social-psychological aspects of these conflicts. It is noted, however, that social identity, by itself, is not a direct cause of overt inter-group conflicts. The need for further research into conditions that may tie the dynamics of social identity to expressed inter-group conflicts in a clearer way is urged.

Intergroup Relation-Based Conflict Resolution Patterns to Junior High School Students

“…The need for an in-depth study is a middle way to find a way out of resolving conflicts between students so that there is no gap between the teacher's actions and the actions of students in overcoming problems. Wrong actions will not improve the atmosphere of conflict (Yilmaz, 2009), it will cause prolonged conflict between students without finding a bright spot for solving the problem (Kranton et al, 2012). Conflicts that occur in students at Jeneponto are caused by differences of opinion, feelings of revenge in students against other students or groups of students who have abused and humiliated themselves, the desire to maintain a sense of solidarity with fellow friends in a gang, as well as misunderstandings in attitude and behavior communicate.…”