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Introduction: Toward an Integrative View of Identity

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Handbook of Identity Theory and Research

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In this chapter, we attempt to clarify our understanding of the term “identity,” as well as how it relates to associated terms such as “self.” We then discuss some key points of division within the existing literature on identity: (1) Is identity viewed primarily as a personal, relational, or collective phenomenon? (2) Is identity viewed as relatively stable, or as fluid and constantly changing? (3) Is identity viewed as discovered, personally constructed, or socially constructed? (4) Should identity be researched using quantitative or qualitative methods? We argue that each of these questions represents, at least to some extent, an artificial distinction. Finally, we outline our aims for this book and describe the contribution of each of the chapters.

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    Vivian L. Vignoles

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Vignoles, V.L., Schwartz, S.J., Luyckx, K. (2011). Introduction: Toward an Integrative View of Identity. In: Schwartz, S., Luyckx, K., Vignoles, V. (eds) Handbook of Identity Theory and Research. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4419-7988-9_1

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