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Prejudice as a Self-Esteem Function
Prejudice can serve a psychological function by enhancing an individual's self-esteem. This occurs because identifying with an in-group and holding positive views of it, often at the expense of an out-group, helps individuals maintain a positive self-concept and protect their group identity from perceived threats.
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