Out-Group

toc = = = Definition: = A social group made up of individuals specifically identified by the in-group as not belonging. Gen Psych, Chapter 14, Pg. 462

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 * An example of In-Group versus Out-Group is heterosexuals versus homosexuals. Heterosexuals see themselves as "normal" and are the majority, making them the in-group. Homosexuals, on the other hand, are seen as abnormal and unacceptable, which makes them members of the out-group. The members of the in-group stereotype all homosexuals, regardless of their personality or other individual qualities. Many heterosexuals are heterosexist (prejudiced against homosexuals and bisexuals), and discriminate against these members of the out-group.
 * Your family are for you an in-group everyone else is an out-group.
 * Florida Gator fans are an in-group everyone else is an out-group
 * A famous study by Sherif and Sherif shows how in-group/out-group conflict can escalate into prejudice and hostility rather quickly, even between groups that are very much alike.

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