Role engulfment

In labeling theory, role engulfment refers to how a person's identity becomes based on a role the person assumes, superseding other roles. A negative role such as "sick" can serve to constrict a person's self-image.

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Role engulfment

In labeling theory, role engulfment refers to how a person's identity becomes based on a role the person assumes, superseding other roles. A negative role such as "sick" can serve to constrict a person's self-image.

Source: Wikipedia "Role engulfment" · CC BY-SA 4.0

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