Mapping Borderland Identity Experiences: Integrating the Asexual, Bisexual, Multiracial, and Non-Binary Literatures

Area of Science:

• Social Psychology
• Identity Studies

Background:

• Borderland identities challenge conventional identity categories and social theories.
• Scholars have applied borderland theory to gender, race, and sexuality since Anzaldúa's initial work.
• Previous research lacks integration within social psychology.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review and integrate social psychology literature on borderland identities.
• To highlight common themes and identify areas for future research.
• To explore theoretical and practical implications of borderland identity perspectives.

Main Methods:

• Literature mapping of four borderland identities: asexual, bisexual, gender non-binary, and Multiracial.
• Analysis of common themes including categorization, discrimination, and identity development.

Main Results:

• Identified common findings across diverse borderland identities.
• Highlighted existing questions and future research directions within social psychology.
• Synthesized the application of borderland theory to various identity domains.

Conclusions:

• A borderland identity perspective offers valuable insights for social psychology.
• Further research is needed to fully understand the complexities of these identities.
• Theoretical and practical implications extend to understanding diverse social experiences.