Why are the Relatively Deprived Reluctant to Improve Themselves? The Crucial Role of Perceived Upward Economic Mobility

A large number of studies found that relative deprivation leads to destructive behaviors. However, the effects of relative deprivation on behaviors typically deemed constructive, such as self-improvement, remain uncertain. In four studies, the current research provides robust evidence for the negati...

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Main Authors: Zhenzhen Liu, Rongzi Ma, Xiaomin Sun
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Ubiquity Press 2025-07-01
Series:International Review of Social Psychology
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Online Access:https://account.rips-irsp.com/index.php/up-j-irsp/article/view/918
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