The Collective Nature of Ethnic Identity Development among Asian-American College Students.

Yeh, Christine J.; Huang, Karen

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Publication Date: 1996

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The Collective Nature of Ethnic Identity Development among Asian-American College Students.

Yeh, Christine J.; Huang, Karen

Adolescence, v31 n123 p645-61 Fall 1996

Analyzed data from Asian-American undergraduates (N=87), using the Ethnic Identity Development Exercise. Research indicated Asian-Americans are largely influenced by relationships and external forces. In addition, avoidance of shame was a strong motivating factor in determining ethnic identification. Reviews and summarizes identify formation, social identity and acculturation. (KW)

Descriptors: Acculturation, Adults, Asian Americans, Behavior, College Students, Ethnic Groups, Ethnicity, Group Behavior, Higher Education, Identification (Psychology), Social Behavior, Social Integration, Undergraduate Students

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Language: English

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