One theory that I find intriguing is the Social Identity Theory which is considered a social process. The theory assumes that a portion of one's identity comes from the groups to which the individual belongs. According to this theory, conflict occurs when two groups compete for status within a particular system.
I am interested in looking at more conflicts through the lens of Social Identity Theory because I think it reevaluates a notion which many people assume as being accurate without any confirmation. We assume that our identity comes from the groups that we belong in, which is why, during high school students join certain clubs over others. They perceive that a particular club will bring the student more prestige ad status.
This conflict will look at why different groups of people engage in conflict based on their desire for belonging and status within groups, or of their groups within a system which I feel has a lot of practical use.
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