GROUP PROCESSES & INTERGROUP RELATIONS
Scope & Guideline
Fostering critical discourse in social psychology.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Intergroup Relations and Identity:
The journal examines how group identities are formed, maintained, and transformed, emphasizing the psychological processes that underlie intergroup dynamics, such as social identity theory, collective narcissism, and ingroup favoritism. - Conflict and Cooperation:
Research on the antecedents and consequences of conflict and cooperation among groups is a core focus. This includes studies on collective action, group-based violence, and the role of emotions in escalating or de-escalating conflict. - Diversity and Inclusion:
The journal addresses issues of diversity, equity, and social justice within and between groups. It explores how social norms, power dynamics, and cultural contexts influence attitudes toward minorities and marginalized groups. - Methodological Innovations:
The journal encourages the use of innovative methodologies, including experimental, qualitative, and mixed-methods approaches, to explore complex group processes and intergroup interactions. - Applied Social Psychology:
Research findings are often contextualized within real-world applications, such as public policy, organizational behavior, and community interventions, highlighting the relevance of group processes in everyday life.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of Technology on Group Dynamics:
There is a growing interest in how technology, particularly social media, affects intergroup relations, including the spread of misinformation, online radicalization, and the role of digital communication in shaping group identities. - Responses to Global Crises:
Research focusing on group dynamics during global crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, has gained prominence. Studies examine how crises influence group cohesion, collective behavior, and intergroup attitudes. - Intersectionality and Complexity in Identity:
Emerging studies increasingly analyze the intersectionality of identities, exploring how overlapping social categories (e.g., race, gender, class) impact group dynamics and individual experiences within groups. - Collective Action and Social Movements:
There is a noticeable trend towards examining the psychological mechanisms driving collective action, particularly in the context of social movements and protests, reflecting a societal shift towards activism and advocacy. - Environmental and Climate Justice:
Research addressing the intersections of group processes with environmental issues, particularly how social identities influence attitudes toward climate change and environmental justice, is on the rise.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Stereotype Research:
There appears to be a decreasing emphasis on traditional stereotype research, particularly studies that solely focus on static stereotypes without considering the dynamic interplay of identity and context. - Ingroup Bias Studies:
Research specifically centered on ingroup bias, while still relevant, has seen a reduction in frequency, possibly due to a broader shift towards understanding intersectionality and the complexities of multiple group memberships. - Historical Contextualization:
There is less focus on historical analyses of intergroup relations and how past events shape current dynamics, suggesting a shift towards immediate and practical applications of research.
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