Understanding intergroup conflict

How do children in a divided society perceive group differences

Bibliographic Data

ID12438837
AuthorsLipaz Shamoa‐nir (0000-0002-4346-3078, University College Dublin, corresponding author), Irene Razpurker‐apfeld (0000-0002-9158-4915, University College Dublin), Jocelyn Dautel (0000-0001-9953-8211, University College Dublin), Jocelyn B Dautel, Laura K Taylor (0000-0002-2353-2398, University College Dublin)
Year2022
Volume28
Issue3
Pages310-313
Publication date2022-04-07
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessNo
TypeARTICLE
VenuePeace and Conflict Journal of Peace Psychology (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1078-1919 • E-ISSN: 1532-7949
PublisherAmerican Psychological Association (PUBLISHER • US)
DOI10.1037/pac0000610
OpenAlexW4226208278
LanguageEN
Citations received5
References cited8

Outgroup perceptions are a fundamental element of social categorization, particularly in contexts of intergroup conflict. Social Identity Development Theory argues that perceived differences between groups is the first step in ethnic identity development. This understanding of social categories among children may have implications for negative intergroup attitudes or even prejudice. Our study explores how Jews (N=180) and Arab-Muslims (N=207) in middle childhood perceive the difference between these two ethno-religious groups in Israel. Thematic analysis found two themes: (a) differences in everyday ethnic and cultural properties, and (b) differences related to religion. Understanding children’s perspectives offers rich evidence about categorization processes in a divided society

Developmental psychology · Group (periodic table · Group conflict · Psychology · Social and Intergroup Psychology · Social Psychology

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