Status inconsistency

Status inconsistency occurs when a person holds social roles or positions that carry conflicting or mismatched social status levels. For example, if someone is highly educated but works in an unskilled job, or a young individual is recognized as a community leader, their social titles or roles may conflict, creating a sense of inconsistency. This mismatch can lead to confusion, social tension, or challenges in how others perceive or treat them. Essentially, it's when different aspects of a person's social identity don't align as expected, affecting their social interactions and self-perception.