Abstract
In this chapter, we build upon the "lessons learned" from relative deprivation (RD) research listed by Pettigrew (2002) to suggest a more complex and useful framework for understanding collective challenges to injustice. We begin with a discussion of social comparisons and argue that we need to investigate the circumstances under which people reframe disadvantageous interpersonal comparisons as disadvantageous intergroup comparisons. Next, we suggest the value in specifying emotional reactions that mediate the relationship between disadvantageous intergroup comparisons and collective action. Finally, we consider why one particular emotional reaction, group-based anger, does not always lead to collective protest. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2016 APA, all rights reserved)
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Improving Intergroup Relations |
Subtitle of host publication | Building on the Legacy of Thomas F. Pettigrew |
Editors | Ulrich Wagner, Linda Tropp, Gillian Finchilescu, Colin Tredoux |
Publisher | Wiley-Blackwell |
Chapter | 15 |
Pages | 225-243 |
Number of pages | 19 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781405169721 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 11 Jul 2008 |