Perceptions of group homogeneity during group formation and change
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A longitudinal study exploring the perceptions of group homogeneity during group formation and change was conducted on 77 nursing students who were divided into three training cohorts. In the early stages of group formation, in-group homogeneity is hypothesized on dimensions central to group identity. Results indicated the existence of the in-group homogeneity effect among the three cohorts and an out-group effect on doctors. There was little change of the in-group variability over time as opposed to the changes in out-group characterization.
Publication Name: Social Cognition
Subject: Sociology and social work
ISSN: 0278-016X
Year: 1993
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Social-identity, distinctiveness, and in-group homogeneity
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A study exploring distinctiveness and in-group homogeneity within the parameters of social identity theory is presented. The perception of the out-group effect may be reconciled with in-group homogeneity according to self-identity. The perceived variability of in-groups stems from a need for self-identity and the need to be different from others. Based on this, a new model of optimal distinctiveness is proposed in that perceived in-group homogeneity is underlined by group distinctiveness and level of social identification.
Publication Name: Social Cognition
Subject: Sociology and social work
ISSN: 0278-016X
Year: 1993
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Perceptions of group variability: moving from an uncertain crawl to a purposeful stride
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A study exploring the scope of research on perceptions of group variability is presented. The scope of present research on the subject includes theoretical development, process tracing measures, measures of perceived variability exemplified by stereotype endorsement, perceived dispersion and perceived similarity. The scope also includes research on out-group homogeneity and the direct and indirect sources of information. Research on the effects of group variability is recomended.
Publication Name: Social Cognition
Subject: Sociology and social work
ISSN: 0278-016X
Year: 1993
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