To what extent is competition between social groups a necessary condition for inter-group discrimination?
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Table of Contents
- Introduction.
- The basic procedure of the series of experiments.
- The good sportsmanship displayed by the Eagles.
- The summer camp studies.
- The contrast between Sherif and Tajfel.
- Conclusion.
- Bibliography.
Abstract
discrimination is a highly contentious issue in our contemporary society, and is still not a thoroughly understood phenomenon, despite extensive and illuminating psychological research. The question acknowledges that there is a place for competition in the creation of inter-group discrimination, in some instances leading to hostility and aggressive behaviours, but how much is competition responsible for such social phenomena? Furthermore, surely there are other factors, which also act as a catalyst for discrimination. However, what does 'competition' actually refer to? Is it the dispute over real resources, as Sherif (1953) argues, or more abstract notions such as honour, respect and the like.
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