What is an identity? Can you really decide who you are? Which groups are you a part of? And does any of this affect your political opinions?

Welcome to part 1 of a 3-episode series where I explain Identity Theory and Identity Politics and their impact on young people. In this episode, learn about the roots of Identity Theory; how we construct Identity; and how we interact with social groups. Listen in to discover more about yourself and why you are who you are!

Key works referenced:
Prototype Theory: https://www.jstor.org/stable/3791909Social roles and internalised role expectations: https://www.jstor.org/stable/2695840In-group and out-group: https://www.jstor.org/stable/259266