belongingness
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Belongingness is the human emotional need to be an accepted member of a group. Whether it is family, friends, co-workers, a religion, or something else, some people tend to have an 'inherent' desire to belong and be an important part of something greater than themselves. This implies a relationship that is greater than simple acquaintance or familiarity.
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- Psychological needs
- Attachments
- Evolutionary perspectives
- Self-presentation
- Group membership
- Social connections
- Conformity
- Self-regulation
- Peer networks
- Schooling
- Workplace
- Acceptance/rejection
- Procedural justice
- Fairness
- Culture
- Behavior and social problems
- Depression
- Suicide
- See also
- References
- Further reading
Belongingness is the human emotional need to be an accepted member of a group. Whether it is family, friends, co-workers, a religion, or something else, some people tend to have an 'inherent' desire to belong and be an important part of something greater than themselves. This implies a relationship that is greater than simple acquaintance or familiarity.
Belonging is a strong feeling that exists in human nature. To belong or not to belong is a subjective experience that can be influenced by a number of factors within people and their surrounding environment. A person's sense of belonging can greatly impact the physical, psychological, and spiritual emotions within themselves.
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