Ethnic Identity Formation:

B. Racial-Ethnic Identity Development Model—stages: 1. Pre-encounter: ethnic minority member’s self-concept influenced by values and norms of larger culture. 2. Encounter: marginal identity stage, new racial-ethnic realization awakened due to “racially shattering” event (racism) 3. Immersion-emersion: strong racial-ethnic identity phase. 4. ................
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