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[Imprisonment, stigmatisation and society].

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  • 1Université de Paris-Est Marne-la-Vallée. bertrand.quentin@ac-paris.fr

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Summary

Human identity is not fixed, emphasizing that self-perception is shaped by social interactions and comparisons. Understanding this complexity is key to destigmatizing individuals with psychic disabilities.

Area of Science:

  • Philosophy of Mind
  • Social Psychology
  • Disability Studies

Context:

  • Philosophical inquiry into human uniqueness and the nature of identity.
  • Societal perceptions and the impact of 'othering' on individuals.
  • The challenges in destigmatizing psychic disabilities.

Purpose:

  • To explore the philosophical underpinnings of individual difference and identity.
  • To analyze the role of social comparison in self-perception.
  • To advocate for a nuanced understanding of identity in the context of psychic disability.

Summary:

  • Identity is not an objective reality but a fluid construct influenced by social perception.
  • Concepts like self-esteem, resemblance, and difference highlight human imperfection and subjectivity.

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    • Impact:

    • Promotes a more inclusive and empathetic societal view of psychic disabilities.
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    • Contributes to philosophical discourse on selfhood and intersubjectivity.