Racial Discrimination and How Psychological Wellbeing and Social Engagement Impacts: A Review of the Literature on Identity, Stigma, and Coping Strategies in Multicultural Societies

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Published: 2022-01-18
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Racial discrimination, Psychological well-being, Stigma, Social identity, Social engagement, Coping strategies, Multicultural environment

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Novritsar Hasitongan Pakpahan
Sunan Giri University of Surabaya, Indonesia
Didit Darmawan
Sunan Giri University of Surabaya, Indonesia
Jeje Abdul Rojak
Universitas Islam Negeri Sunan Ampel Surabaya, Indonesia

Abstract

Racial discrimination is a social phenomenon that has a wide-ranging impact on the psychological well-being of individuals, especially in multicultural societies. This study aims to analyze the influence of racial discrimination on individuals' social psychology by highlighting aspects of stigma, stress, identity, social engagement, and feelings of alienation. A literature study approach was used in this research to examine the various psychological mechanisms used by individuals to respond to and cope with the impact of racial discrimination. The results show that individuals who experience discrimination tend to experience increased psychological stress, identity disturbance, and limitations in social interaction. Feelings of alienation arising from discrimination also result in low social engagement, which further deteriorates individual integration in society. Coping strategies such as group identification, social support, and involvement in collective action can help individuals to manage the negative impact of racial discrimination. Social policies and interventions that focus on inclusivity and equality can play a role in reducing discrimination and improving individuals' psychological well-being. This research emphasizes the importance of collaborative efforts between the government, educational institutions and societies to create a more equitable social environment free from racial discrimination. Further research is needed to explore effective strategies to enhance individuals' psychological resilience and strengthen their social engagement in a diverse society.

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Vol. 2 No. 1 (2022): Journal of Social Science Studies (JOS3)

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Pakpahan, N. H., Darmawan, D., & Rojak, J. A. (2022). Racial Discrimination and How Psychological Wellbeing and Social Engagement Impacts: A Review of the Literature on Identity, Stigma, and Coping Strategies in Multicultural Societies. Journal of Social Science Studies, 2(1), 87-94. https://jos3journals.id/index.php/jos3/article/view/82

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