Social identity theory

Social identity is the part of a person's self-concept that is made from their membership in a social group.

Social Identity theory tries to explain inter-group behaviours as a result of...

• difference in status within the group
• legitimacy and stability of the status differences
• ability to move to another group

Consequences

• In-group Favouritism
• Help other people in the group
• Reluctance to bet against the group even if they are negatively affected by it.