Explorations in Ethnic Studies
Orginal Publication Date
1981
Journal Title
Explorations in Ethnic Studies
Volume
4
Issue
ees/vol4/iss2
First Page
14
Last Page
21
Abstract
Ethnic identity has to do with freely set of values, attitudes, and behavior from one’s cultural legacy in order to affirm a unique sense of peoplehood. In the United States ethnic groups such as the Chicano or Mexican American are often stigmatized, and the psychological burden of ethnic awareness can weigh heavily. Yet a healthy sense of ethnic identity is absolutely necessary for a positive self-concept when a person is part of a group that is slighted because of race or appearance. The question then is: how do Chicanos come to terms with their cultural tradition in a society that discourages than from asking who they are?
Rights
Copyright, ©EES, The National Association for Ethnic Studies, 1981