PS272 Chapter Notes - Chapter 1-5: Robert Bales, Ostracism, Hazing
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3 essential processes that combine to transform lone individuals into group members: inclusion, collectivism and identity. Throughout inclusion: individuals change from outsiders into insiders by joining a group. Throughout collectivism: members begin to think about the good of the group as a whole rather than what the group provides them. Throughout the transformation of identity: individuals change their conception of who they are to include their group"s qualities as well as their own individual quality. The need to belong: the generalized desire to seek out and join with other people, which, when unsatisfied, causes a state of tension and want. Spending time alone, away from others can be rejuvenating and a pleasurable experience. Americans are above average in their involvement in voluntary associations but some are groupier, like canada. Social capital: like finical or economic capital, social capital describes how rich you are, but in interpersonal terms rather than monetary or commercial terms.
