Components Of Ethnic Identity Research Articles

“Stuff that only mixed‐race people would understand”: Community and identity‐related experiences in online groups for multiracial people

AbstractMultiracial people are a rapidly growing group who may still lack social support from similar others in their offline lives. This study aimed to understand the user experiences in online groups for multiracial individuals. In a cross‐sectional online survey, 300 multiracial emerging adults (79% women; mean age = 23; most common ethnic identity components: 86% White/European, 44% Chinese, 17% Japanese, 16% Southeast Asian, and 13% Filipino) answered open‐ended questions about their experiences in Facebook groups for multiracial people. Participants described aspects of the groups they liked and disliked most, as well as their identity‐related experiences in the groups. We used reflexive thematic analysis to generate four themes within participants responses: (1) online groups as a gateway into connections with other multiracial individuals, (2) deriving a sense of belonging and community, (3) an opportunity for exploration and validation of racial identity, and (4) negative intrusions such as negative content (e.g., trolling, repetitive posting) and racism. For racial and ethnic minorities such as multiracial individuals, Facebook groups provide a space for community‐building and identity‐related experiences. Although online groups can foster a strong sense of community, validation, and belonging, findings also highlight potential challenges and limitations (e.g., how to delineate group boundaries, difficulty forming close relationships). Online group users and researchers should explore novel ways of maximizing these positive experiences while addressing users' concerns and negative experiences.

Гражданская и этническая идентичность россиян: роль ценностей в их формировании

Background. Person's civil and ethnic identity, which are components of social identity, develop during socialization under the influence of a number of factors. J. Berry identifies cultural, political, economic and historical factors as the basis for identity formation. The scientific novelty of the work lies in the study of the role of the cultural factor, namely the structure of values, in the formation of a positive civic and ethnic identity of Russians. Objectives. The purpose of this work is to study the structure of the ethnic and civic identity of Russians as well as the influence of individual values on their formation. Study Participants. The study was conducted with the participation of 1014 respondents, ethnic Russians, aged from 19 to 83 years (Mage = 41 years; SD = 13.04; 527 women and 487 men). Methods. J. Finney's MEIM-R methods were used to measure ethnic identity. S. Schwartz's PVQ-R value structure questionnaire was also applied. Civic identity was measured using the methodology from the International Social Survey Program, adapted into Russian by L.K. Grigoryan. Results. It was found that the civic identity of Russians as the individual’s awareness of belonging to the citizens of the country is more pronounced than ethnic identity. Nationalism is expressed more than the ideology of patriotism. The affective component of ethnic identity is more pronounced than the cognitive one. Among the surveyed respondents, the values of independence, security, reputation and benevolence prevail. The values of security, benevolence and universalism increase the level of civic identity in Russians. The key positive regressor in relation to both civic and ethnic identity is the value “Tradition”. Conclusions. Socially oriented values (preservation and self-overcoming) have a positive impact on the formation of positive civic and ethnic identity of Russians. The values of personal orientation (openness to change and self-affirmation) have a negative impact on their formation.

An analytical study of ethnic identity components in the works of contemporary Kurdish painters in Iranian Kurdistan from 1981–2019

The present article is devoted to the study of ethnic representation in the works of Kurdish painters. Specific features of the Kurdish ethnic worldview and its relation to the representation of ethnic themes in the works of various artists were revealed. The purpose of the analysis of Kurdish ethnic components in the works of Iranian Kurdish painters was to classify the themes according to important ethnic values ​​Kurds into more comprehensive groups. In the first stage, the ethnic components used in the works of the painters were extracted, secondly, they were categorized into more comprehensive groups. The components adopted in the works of Kurdish painters were categorized in more inclusive categories, which eventually were classified into six groups: Nature, Myths and Heroes, Typical Kurdish Appearance, Cultural Traditions, History and Native Architecture.

Language as an ethno-identification sign of the German minority in the upper Nitra in the context of historical and social changes

Some Germans are among the traditional national minorities in Slovakia. Their ancestors came to this territory from the 13th century onwards, mainly as miners. One of the locations where they settled was the upper Nitra and the surroundings of Nitrianske Pravno. Until the late 1940s, the German population had a majority representation in these municipalities. Due to the political and social changes after the Second World War, when they were displaced, their numbers are radically reduced and the ethnic identity is also weakened. The study focuses on historical and social changes that condition the ethnicity of this minority community. It focuses on the elements by which the Germans in the upper Nitra declare their togetherness and difference from the majority population. We pay particular attention to language as one of the essential components of ethnic identity, its practice and significance in the self-identification of the German minority. The main methodological procedure is a biographical and oral history interview, conducted with respondents from the municipalities of Nitrianske Pravno, Malinová, and Tužina in 2022.

COMPONENTS OF ETHNIC IDENTITY

The purpose of the article is to analyze the existing publications of the 21st century and provide theoretical justification of the author’s concept on the proposed subject. The study of sources and literature has made it possible for the author to identify the following blocks as components of ethnic identity: history and historical memory, blood relationship, common territory, ethnic cuisine, clothing, festivals, rites and beliefs, state of mind, traditional culture, and language. All these components assist in the preservation of ethnic identity and manifestation of cultural authenticity in the context of multi-ethnic Russia. For example, the feeling of being part of the common historical past helps strengthen the continuity of generations. The article also notes the role of genetic heritage for identity formation. At the same time, civil and ethnic identities may have different percentage ratio depending on the diversity of ethnic component. Under the conditions of disperse settlement, ethnic identity mainly may be maintained in cyberspace. One of the essential components is ethnic cuisine. Another important block is the reference to one’s parents and remote ancestors when conducting traditional festivals and rites, as well as the appeal to one’s traditional beliefs. The most vivid and visual demonstration of the ethnic origin is the people’s traditional clothing. It is particularly noticeable for ethnic groups living far away from their home area. The author emphasizes that any traditions are subject to dynamic transformations. For example, when people find themselves in a non-ethnic environment, they change their habits and take new ones. The author focuses on the role of language in determination of ethnic identity.

Mental health among Latinx emerging adults: Examining the role of familial accusations of assimilation and ethnic identity.

The aims of this study are to investigate (1) how family response to acculturation (e.g., accusations of assimilation) is related to anxiety and depressive symptomatology for Latinx emerging adults. This study's goal is also to analyze (2) the extent to which ethnic identity components and gender moderate the respective associations. Cross-sectional survey was completed by 200 Latinx emerging adults. Inclusion criteria involved reading English, ages 18-25, currently reside in Maricopa or Miami-Dade Counties and self-identify as Latinx. Analysis used hierarchical multiple regression and moderation analyses. Findings indicate that higher familial accusations of assimilation were associated with higher symptoms of depression and anxiety. Moderation analyses indicate that gender had a statistically significant interaction with accusations of assimilation in relation to symptoms of both depression and anxiety. A significant three-way interaction between ethnic identity exploration, gender, and intracultural accusations of assimilation in relation to symptoms of depression interaction among men was found. Findings from the study add to literature on the effect of intragroup marginalization on Latinx mental health and highlight gender differences. The ethnic identity component of exploration is found to be a protective factor for men which wanes over increasing levels of accusation of assimilation.

Black College Students’ Ethnic Identity and Academic Achievement: Examining Mental Health and Racial Discrimination as Moderators

The purpose of the current study was to test the role that components of ethnic identity (i.e., exploration and resolution) play in academic achievement, and to examine mental health, racial discrimination, and gender as moderators of these associations among Black college students. Participants included 341 college students who identified as a Black/African American female or male ( M age = 18.4; SD = .34), and completed measures of ethnic identity, perceived racial discrimination, and mental health. Results indicated that higher levels of ethnic identity exploration were associated with a lower grade point average (GPA) among males with higher levels of depressive symptoms, but not among males with lower levels of depressive symptoms. Similarly, higher levels of ethnic identity resolution were associated with a lower GPA among males with higher levels of anxiety symptoms, but not males with lower levels of anxiety symptoms. Findings may have implications for clinical and educational interventions by highlighting the nuanced ways that ethnic identity, mental health, and gender affect Black college students’ academic achievement.

Emotional and Cognitive Components of Ethnic Identity

The author regards schoolchildren’s awareness and affective evaluation of their belonging to an ethnic community to be among the essential social issues. The paper investigates age-related characteristics of schoolchildren’s ethnic identity. The presented empirical study involved the investigation of emotional and value-oriented components of ethnic identity in schoolchildren of two age groups. The obtained results show that ethnic identity of schoolchildren is mostly complete and constant by the end of adolescence. The awareness of belonging to an ethnic group is of high priority to all adolescent schoolchildren, while the emotional and value-oriented components of this belonging appear of little significance to them. For younger schoolchildren nationality is mostly important, while older schoolchildren attach most significance to the language, emotional and sensory components of ethnic identity.

Components of Ethnic Identity of Tatars of Perm Territory (according to Spontaneous Texts)

The question of the reflection of Tatar ethnicity in spontaneous texts is considered. Attention is paid to the level structure of ethnicity, which assumes the declared and “real” (categorical) levels. The novelty of the study lies in the combination of socio-psychological methodology and the method of linguistic analysis of spontaneous narrative, which allows us to demonstrate poorly controlled cognitive categories attributed by informants to their ethnic group. It is shown that the declarative component of ethnicity in the texts of the Tatars of the Perm Territory is represented by a structured system of ethnonyms and their contextual analogues. It has been demonstrated that this structure has a field character and includes, in addition to the ethnic component itself, cultural, religious, local and microlocal components. The “real” identity was also analyzed, which was reflected in stably predicted categories. It is proved that this level of ethnicity of the Tatars is homogeneous, since it includes a small set of categories implemented by most informants. This set includes the category of otherisation and antiquity / tradition. It is noted that the method of structuring ethnically specific categories is potentially opposed. It was revealed that Tatar informants demonstrate ethnicity, supported by a system of inclusive components that reflect positive self-identification. As a result, it was proved that linguistic analysis of spontaneous texts can serve as a basis for comparing different types of ethnicity (including Tatars living in different regions of the Russian Federation).

Символический предел фронтира: «генофонд народа» и миграции в прошлом и настоящем

Рассматривается проблема современных символических ограничений фронтира миграционных потоков. Определяется роль этногенетики в конструировании воображаемых границ между представителями этнических групп, мигрантами и местным населением. Выявляются социально-политические особенности социума, которые делают престижными и актуальными нарративы о биологических различиях народов. Выдвигается гипотеза о важной роли мифов о кровном родстве в мобилизации населения. Распространенность представлений о биологической составляющей этнической идентичности объясняется присутствием в модернизирующемся социуме элементов (пост)традиционной культуры. Анализируются советский и современный этапы становления и развития этногенетики. На основе доступных источников делается попытка охарактеризовать мировоззренческие ориентиры лидеров этногенетики. Констатируется присутствие у исследователей традиционных консервативных взглядов с религиозной составляющей. Дается характеристика методологических оснований работ ведущих этногенетиков. Делается вывод о серьезном теоретическом противоречии их построений – физиологические параметры сложносоставного урбанизированного и подвижного населения ставятся в один ряд с такими же показателями эндогамных малых популяций (нередко, изолятов), что создает иллюзию наличия стабильной структуры генофонда. Указывается на прямое отождествление популяции и народа («этноса») в диссертационных работах отечественных этногенетиков и ведущем профильном журнале «Генетика». Воображаемой преградой миграционному фронтиру становится постулируемая учеными необходимость «сохранения структуры генофонда» и обеспечения «генетической безопасности народа», что может войти в арсенал антимигрантской риторики и критики смешанных браков.

Psychological and pedagogical aspects of international students’ adjustment to the cultural and educational university environment

International students represent different cultures and differ psychologically, ethnically and culturally from citizens of their host country [1]. This causes adjustment problems in their new socio-cultural environment. The educational establishment should modernize and improve learning conditions which enables international students to adapt faster, develop their abilities and skills, improve their educational prospects. Purpose of the study was to draw out and experimentally substantiate psycho-pedagogical conditions and factors of successful adjustment to the educational environment for the international university students. Highly adaptive international students belong to the interactive type. They exhibit immersion readiness in unfamiliar intercultural conditions, striving to broaden their social circle with representatives of other cultures, aim at joint problem-solving, while exhibiting fewer signs of loneliness. By reference to students with lower adjustment levels, they exhibit medium manifestation of psycho-emotional symptomatology signs together with affective and cognitive components of ethnic identity [2]. They exhibit medium levels of cultural shock, tolerance, social distancing and average subjective well-being. These features are common for the unfinished adjustment process among international students. Thusly, we distinguish external and intrinsic factors which influence smooth adjustment process. The results of the study demonstrate that intercultural adjustment of international students is more successful in compliance with the support program implemented according to socio-psychological traits of international students and newly existing conditions of socio-cultural environment. The support program encompasses main areas of student life, which is a distinct advantage [3]. Its adaptable structure adjusts to all possible alterations to be implemented in various groups and different conditions.

Роль етнічності у формуванні якості життя населення

The study is devoted to the theoretical generalization of ethnic characteristics of the populationinfluence of on the of life. Quality of life is a complex, multidimensional that combines objective living conditions with the subjective perception of living standards. The dynamism and complexity of the quality of life phenomenon requires adherence to the principles of multilateralism and taking into account the specificity of the object of study in assessing. Therefore, the article proves the needof researching the of life in the ethnic dimension. The article examines scientific studies that confirms the dependence of of life on ethnicity-related characteristics of the population. The that regulates the set of characteristics of an ethnos is ethnic identity. Ethnic identity components (behavior, ideal, ethnic self-identification, sense of belonging, pride and affirmation, knowledge of history and traditions, value orientations such as individualism or collectivism, etc.) are considered in the article as possible channels of influence on of life. Thus, the components of ethnic identity can influence both the level of importance of certain spheres of life and the desire to increase that level. At the same time, there is a perception of an ethnic group in another part of society that is often associated with biased attitudes and ethnic stereotypes. They are threatening phenomena and can serve as a basis for justifying discrimination on ethnic (racial, cultural) grounds. These scientific findings indicate a statistically significant impact of certain vision channels on of life. Studies of behavioral channels that shape the socio-economic status of an ethnic group gave mixed results. Accordingly, it is argued that the socio-economic behavior of particular ethnic groups is conditioned by a specific combination of ethnic identity components. This specificity is often associated with ethnic minorities, high levels of isolation of ethnic groups, discrimination (racial, ethnic) and other conditions under which the values of the group can have a significant impact on the life of its members.

‘I (do not) know what to do’: how ties, identities and home states influence Mexican-born immigrants’ return migration intentions

This study examines the return migration intentions of Mexican immigrants to the U.S. by proposing three explanatory variables: (1) socioeconomic ties with the U.S. and Mexico, (2) ethnic identity, and (3) the human development levels of origin home states in Mexico. Utilizing the 2006 Latino National Survey, which included 3743 Mexican-born immigrants to the U.S., I developed a multilevel multinomial logistic regression model to distinguish between potential returners, potential stayers, and those who were undecided. While socioeconomic ties with the U.S positively predict staying intentions, socioeconomic ties with Mexico are positively related to intentions to return as well as with indecision. Self-identification as Latina/o or Hispanic is not associated with return migration intentions, while self-identification as Mexican and American is. Other components of ethnic identity, such as skin colour and co-ethnic friendship ties, are also associated with return intentions. Additionally, Mexican immigrants whose home states in Mexico have higher levels of human development are less likely to form return intentions and indecision.

Dimensions of ethnic identity as protective factors for substance use and sexual risk behaviors in African American college students

ABSTRACTObjective: To examine ethnic identity and ethnic socialization as potential protective factors for risk behaviors among US college students. Participants: Participants were 398 African American and Afro-Caribbean students recruited from 30 colleges and universities during September 2008–October 2009. Methods: Data on hazardous alcohol use, substance use, sexual behaviors, ethnic identity, and ethnic/racial socialization were collected. Hierarchical linear and negative binomial regression analyses were conducted to determine the degree to which ethnic identity and ethnic/racial socialization predicted the risk behaviors. Results: Ethnic Identity affirmation, belonging, and commitment (EI-ABC) significantly predicted lower substance use and hazardous alcohol use. Ethnic/racial socialization was not a significant predictor of substance use or sexual risk behaviors. Conclusions: Components of ethnic identity are potentially protective against alcohol and substance use behaviors. Additional research is recommended to determine effective intervention strategies.

СОЦИАЛЬНАЯ БЕЗОПАСНОСТЬ ПРИГРАНИЧНЫХ ТЕРРИТОРИЙ: ЭТНОКУЛЬТУРНЫЙ АСПЕКТ

The article is devoted to the analysis of the peculiarities of ethnic processes in the context of social security of the border territories of Russia. As a result of conducting an empirical study using the questionnaire was analyzed matrices of identification of the population of border areas, separate components of ethnic identity; were examined identification of respondents with varying degrees of actuality of ethnicity, and the current state of interethnic relations. The results of the research show that ethnic identity is one of the most significant types of social identification. It is shown that International consent is an important factor in ensuring the security of the border areas. Ethnic processes in these regions have their own characteristics, the actualization of identification by ethnicity is facilitated by the polyethnic nature of the bordering societies and the facts of negative manifestations in the sphere of interethnic relations.

Роль этнической идентичности в формировании личности сотрудника органов внутренних дел

In the article the definition of ethnic identity of a person is given, the features of its formation are described, the cognitive and affective components are described, the results of the research confirming the importance of ethnic identification and the expression of its components for characterizing the development of personality are presented.
 The results of the study confirming the importance of ethnic identification and the expression of components of ethnic identity for characterizing the characteristics of personality development, foreseeing the results of its socialization are presented.

Ethnic Identity, Life Satisfaction, and Depressive Symptoms of Mexican Descent Adolescents: Self-Esteem as a Mediating Mechanism

The present study investigates the mediating role of self-esteem and the moderating role of gender in the relationship between ethnic identity components (i.e., exploration, resolution, affirmation) and depressive symptoms and life satisfaction. Participants were 294 Mexican descent adolescents (55.4% female) ages 14 to 18 years ( M = 15.27 years; SD = 1.00 years). A mediated multigroup path analysis was conducted. The final model indicated that self-esteem is a potential mediator between ethnic identity affirmation and resolution with depressive symptoms and life satisfaction due to significant indirect relationships. The full model achieved acceptable model fit. Ethnic identity exploration was not significantly related to self-esteem, and no gender differences were present in the model. This study helps those working with Mexican descent youth come to a better understanding of self-esteem as a potential mechanism through which ethnic identity is related to psychological functioning (i.e., life satisfaction and depressive symptoms). Implications for practice and suggestions for future directions are discussed.

К вопросу об особенностях самоопределения подростков коренных малочисленных народов крайнего Севера (подростков-ненцев)

The article is devoted to the problem of forming of self-identity in Nenets adolescents. The relevance of the study of self-identity of adolescent of indigenous peoples of the North is determined by the ambiguity of the influence of social factors: on the one hand, macrosocial factors related to socio-political and socio-economic situation in the country, and on the other hand, microsocial factors as ethnic and national characteristics and the microenvironment in which a teenager is growing up. Attention is paid to analysis of peculiarities of formation of self-identity in the juvenile period of ontogenesis, related to the assimilation of values, life orientations, a picture of oneself, future goals and ways of professional and personal development. The problem of formation of ethnic identity of Nenets adolescents is considered from positions of influence of those socio-economic and political processes that led to the loss of language, traditions and customs, that are the important component of ethnic identity and self-determination. The article focuses on the initial marginality of self-determination of Nenets adolescent. Attention is paid to the problems of socio-cultural deprivation and uncertainty of further professional self-determination (after finishing school), faced by Nenets adolescents living in nation villages.

THE APPLICATION OF SOCIAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL SUPPORT OF INTERCULTURAL ADAPTATION OF FOREIGN STUDENTS

This paper presents the results of a statistical analysis of empirical facts obtained on the basis of the implementation of the author's program of social and psychological support of foreign students’ intercultural adaptation. The main directions of the program are: the development of social and personal skills, the overcoming of the negative phenomena, the development of social and psychological characteristics of a foreign student’s personality. Statistical analysis revealed significant changes in the social and psychological aspects of foreign students’ intercultural adaptation on the basis of the application of support program: situational anxiety, subjective well-being, cultural distance, ethnic tolerance, culture shock, affective component of ethnic identity, adaptability, interactivity, depression, estrangement.

Ethnic Identity, Discrimination, and School Social Adjustment among Canadian Youth

<p>The study examined the relation between ethnic regard, a component of ethnic identity, and discrimination, and their contribution to school social adjustment among 340 Canadian youth in grades 8-9. Furthermore, the study examined how the connection between ethnic regard and school social adjustment varies as a function of ethnic group membership. Multiple regression analyses demonstrated that higher levels of ethnic regard were linked to higher levels of adjustment at school. However, further analyses showed that youth reporting high levels of ethnic regard and frequent discrimination may be more vulnerable in their schools. Additionally, youth of different ethnic groups had varied experiences. For youth of Vietnamese backgrounds, for example, a stronger sense of ethnic regard contributed to better social adjustment at school. These results, similar to previous studies, suggest that the research on the buffering effects of different components of ethnic identity remains equivocal.</p>