PSYCH 3CD3 Study Guide - Final Guide: Henri Tajfel, Relative Deprivation, Contact Hypothesis
19 Jan 2016
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Realistic group conflict theory: groups hate each other when they view the other group as trying to take something away from them that is theirs. Incompatible group interest negative interdependence: 2 groups want the same thing but only one can have it. Complementary group interest positive interdependence: both want the same thing but work together to get it. Stage 2: groups become aware of the others" presence. Stage 3: competitions = negative state of interdependence. Stage 4: reducing hostility = superordinate goals: accomplish something only by working together positive interdependence: mere contact hypothesis: sherif proved this does not work in reducing hostility. Seago: attitudes about japanese became much more negative after pearl harbour negative interdependence. Brewer and campbell: most groups show in-group favouritism; proximity was a major predictor of liking and dislike (positive and negative interdependence) : as soon as we are in competition with.
