How Might Strong Identification with and Loyalty to an In-Group

question 107

Essay

How might strong identification with and loyalty to an in-group result in discrimination against members of an out-group?

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Definitions:

Schizophrenia

A profound psychiatric disorder involving significant disruptions in cognition, emotional regulation, communication, self-awareness, and conduct.

Favourable Prognosis

A medical judgement indicating that the expected course and outcome of a patient's condition is optimistic or beneficial, suggesting a good chance of recovery or stability.

Onset

The beginning or start of something, particularly referring to diseases or phenomena.

Expressed Emotion

A measure of the family environment that is based on how much criticism, hostility, and emotional over-involvement are shown towards a family member with a psychiatric disorder.