Navigating in a Right-Handed Society: An Exploration of Social Experiences and Identity Formation of Left-Handed Individuals
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.55927/fjss.v4i2.419Keywords:
Left-Handedness, Social Experiences, Social Adaptation, Lateralization, PhenomenologyAbstract
Left-handed individuals experience the world differently, constantly adapting to environments designed for the right-handed majority. Through in-depth narratives and thematic exploration, the study explores the experiences of left-handed individuals, revealing how they adapt to a right-handed society while shaping their sense of identity. The study highlights how left-handed individuals navigate a society primarily designed for right-handed people through adaptation, social interactions, and identity negotiation. Despite facing social stigma, stereotypes, and systemic challenges in education and the workplace, many develop resilience and find support through advocacy groups and communities. Identity formation is a dynamic process shaped by cultural influences, family acceptance, and personal agency, emphasizing the need for greater societal awareness, advocacy, and inclusivity to accommodate and empower left-handed individuals
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