Social identity theory states that the observer's expectation of others causes the observed person to act in ways consistent with the observer's expectations.

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Social identity theory focuses on how individuals derive part of their identity from the social groups they belong to, not on how expectations influence behavior. The concept described is more aligned with the self-fulfilling prophecy or Pygmalion effect.

Social Identity Theory States That the Observer's Expectation of Others