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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Social Psychology

Background:

  • Identity formation and change are complex processes.
  • Existing research often separates developmental and social-psychological perspectives.
  • Identity is inherently social, shaped by context and social content.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review research integrating developmental and social-psychological perspectives on identity.
  • To explore how identity processes are embedded in social contexts.
  • To examine the interplay between personal and social identities.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing research employing a cross-fertilization approach.
  • Outline of the three-factor identity model.
  • Analysis of longitudinal empirical studies on identity development.

Main Results:

  • Identity processes are social, influenced by family, friendships, and civic engagement.
  • The three-factor identity model offers a framework for understanding identity dynamics.
  • Personal and social identities interact dynamically.

Conclusions:

  • Integrating developmental and social-psychological perspectives advances identity theory.
  • Future research should further explore personal and social identity similarities and differences.