Intergroup Meta-Respect Perceptions in a Context of Conflict.

ABSTRACT: Intergroup relations in contexts of conflict are often characterized by mutual disrespect. The present research introduces and examines the concept of intergroup meta-respect-the belief that one's ingroup is viewed by the outgroup as deserving of respect. Across two studies conducted among Jewish and Arab citizens of Israel, we investigated perceptions of outgroup deservedness of respect, meta-respect, and their implications for intergroup attitudes. Study 1 (N = 451) revealed systematic biases in meta-respect: both groups underestimated the extent to which the outgroup considered their ingroup deserving of respect as human beings. Arabs, however, demonstrated greater accuracy and positivity, perceiving Jews as more deserving of respect than Jews perceived Arabs. Study 2 (N =

SUBMITTER: Nasie M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12649413 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature