Values and identity process theory: Theoretical integration and empirical interactions.

Date
2014
Authors
Bardi, Anat
Jaspal, Rusi
Polek, Ela
Schwartz, Shalom
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Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Peer reviewed
Yes
Abstract
Identity and values are important driving forces in human lives. Identity Process Theory (IPT; Breakwell, 1986, 2001b) and the Schwartz Value Theory (Schwartz, 1992) focus on distinct but related aspects of the self and have some overlapping propositions particularly with regards to human motivation. Hence, it is surprising that there has been no attempt so far to integrate them theoretically or empirically. This chapter provides the first attempt to address this gap in the literature. After presenting key elements of both theories, the chapter provides a theoretical integration that addresses the links between identity motives and outcomes and provides an empirical examination of the role of personal values as moderators of such links. Finally, we address identity and value change.
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Keywords
identity, values, value change, social psychology
Citation
Bardi, A., Jaspal, R., Polek, E. and Schwartz, S. (2014) Values and identity process theory: Theoretical integration and empirical interactions. In R. Jaspal & G.M. Breakwell (eds.), Identity Process Theory: Identity, Social Action and Social Change. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
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