Psychology
Social Identity Complexity and Intergroup Tolerance
Quick fact
People who perceive their multiple group memberships as overlapping (low complexity) tend to show more ingroup bias and prejudice toward outgroups, while those who see them as distinct (high complexity) are more tolerant—even in conflict-ridden societies.
Why this is interesting
Have you ever noticed that some people seem to get along with everyone, while others are stuck in 'us vs. them' thinking? What if the key lies in how they see their own multiple identities?