Social Identity Theory

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Unraveling Holocaust Denial: A Sociological and Psychological Analysis

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Even though the Holocaust is one of the most well-documented genocides in human history, certain people and organizations continue to deny it. This denial is a complicated phenomenon with roots in psychological and sociological elements rather than only a rejection of historical truths. Through the use of social constructionism, diverse sociological theories, and psychological concepts, […]

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Understanding ‘Karens’: A Sociological and Psychological Perspective

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The word “Karen” has become widely used in social discourse in recent years to characterize middle-aged white women who act insensitively toward other races or who act entitled, demanding, or racially insensitively, frequently with trivial matters. This term’s emergence and use provide an intriguing case study in social constructionism, symbolic interactionism, and psychological theories, despite

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