Prejudice and Discrimination Flashcards

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What is prejudice?

An emotional bias that involves an evaluation of people based merely on their membership in a given group.

Is the following statement an example of prejudice: Lars has decided that he doesn't like immigrants despite never having a negative interaction with them?

Yes

What is a stereotype?

A generalized belief about a particular group of people.

What behavior did Bertram exhibit to demonstrate discrimination?

He does not stop to pick up casually dressed people. Signup and view all the answers

Define discrimination.

Behavior that provides a specific advantage or disadvantage to a person based solely on that individual's membership in a particular group. Signup and view all the answers

What are blatant biases?

Conscious beliefs, feelings, and behavior that express hostility toward other groups while unduly favoring one's own group. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term social dominance orientation refer to?

The belief that group hierarchies are inevitable in all societies and may even be a good idea. Signup and view all the answers

Give an example of social dominance orientation.

Louis believes a Latino family does not belong in his predominantly white neighborhood. Signup and view all the answers

What does a high level of right-wing authoritarianism emphasize?

The importance of obedience to authority in the service of group conformity. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a belief prized by a person high in right-wing authoritarianism?

They are trying to beat us Signup and view all the answers

What are subtle biases?

Automatic, ambivalent, and ambiguous biases that can have real consequences. Signup and view all the answers

Did Gerald demonstrate a subtle bias?

Yes Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes automatic biases?

They are unintended, immediate, and irresistible. Signup and view all the answers

What does social identity theory explain?

The need to favor one's in-group. Signup and view all the answers

What is self-categorization theory?

A theory that extends social identity theory by explaining how people place themselves and others into groups. Signup and view all the answers

What is aversive racism?

A form of racism where individuals deny having prejudiced beliefs while still exhibiting avoidance of people of color. Signup and view all the answers

How many different types of stereotypes are identified in the Stereotype Content Model?

4 Signup and view all the answers

What is an envious stereotype?

A stereotype that rates a target as being high in competence but low in warmth. Signup and view all the answers

What kind of stereotype does Krista experience during her interview?

Admiration Signup and view all the answers

What kind of emotional prejudice results from developing a contemptuous stereotype?

Disgust Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Prejudice

Defined as an emotional bias evaluating individuals based on group membership.
Example: Lars dislikes immigrants based on societal messages, despite no personal negative interactions.

Stereotyping

Stereotypes simplify and categorize groups, often based on perceived traits.
Example: The belief that "all Jewish people are good with money" exemplifies a stereotype.

Discrimination

Behavior that favors or disadvantages a person based on group membership.
Example: Bertram, a taxi driver, discriminates by not picking up casually dressed people, believing they are poorer tippers.

Blatant Biases

Conscious negative attitudes and behaviors towards out-groups, favoring one's own group.
Typically expressed overtly, showcasing hostility.

Belief that social hierarchies are natural and beneficial for societal order.
Example: Louis's refusal to accept a Latino family into his neighborhood reflects social dominance orientation.

Right-Wing Authoritarianism

Emphasizes loyalty to authority and conformity within social groups.
Individuals high in this trait are resistant to outsiders, believing in strong in-group loyalty.

Subtle Biases

Automatic, ambivalent, and ambiguous biases with significant real-world impact.
Example: Gerald's unexpressed belief about Asian drivers demonstrates a subtle bias.

Automatic Biases

Unconscious and immediate reactions influenced by societal stereotypes.

Suggests that individuals derive part of their identity from group memberships, leading to in-group favoritism.
Example: Belief among Barcelona residents that their football team is superior to Madrid’s.

Self-Categorization Theory

Built on social identity theory, emphasizing personal group identification, leading to favoritism towards one's group.

Aversive Racism

Individuals denying personal racism while still displaying implicit biases or avoidance.
Example: Aaron claims not to be racist but avoids people of color.

Stereotype Content Model

Identifies four stereotype types based on warmth and competence.

Types of Stereotypes

Envious Stereotype: High competence, low warmth.
Admiration: High competence and warmth; seen when Krista views a competent CEO positively.
Contemptuous Stereotype: Produces feelings of disgust towards individuals perceived as low in competence and warmth.

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Explore the concepts of prejudice, discrimination, and stereotyping through engaging flashcards. Each card presents definitions and examples to enhance understanding of these important social issues.