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The Influence of Intergroup Emotion on Self-Awareness and Social Development in Interpersonal Communication

Author(s)

Tiancheng Li*

Affiliation(s)

Excel London College, HongKong, 518112, China *Corresponding author

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to deeply explore the multi-dimensional influence of intergroup emotion on individual self-consciousness and social development in the process of interpersonal communication. Through the integration of social psychology, developmental psychology and other multidisciplinary theories and research results, the connotation, types and generation mechanism of intergroup emotions are analyzed in detail. It is found that positive intergroup emotions, such as pride and love, help to enhance individual self-identity and social initiative, promote the formation of a good interpersonal network in group communication, and promote social development; However, negative intergroup emotions such as anger and jealousy may interfere with the accuracy of individual self-cognition, cause interpersonal conflict and social withdrawal, and hinder social development. In addition, individual cognitive regulation plays a key mediating role in the relationship between intergroup emotion, self-awareness and social development. Based on the above conclusions, the author puts forward the corresponding education and intervention strategies, in order to provide theoretical basis and practical guidance for promoting the healthy psychological development and harmonious interpersonal communication of individuals in the group environment.

Keywords

Intergroup Emotion; Interpersonal Communication; Self-Awareness; Social Development

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