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Understanding Prejudice

Prejudice is a preconceived opinion or judgment about an individual or group, often based on their perceived characteristics such as race, gender, or religion, without factual basis or personal experience. It typically involves negative feelings and attitudes that can lead to discrimination and social conflict.

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Prejudice is a complex social issue that affects individuals and communities worldwide. It often stems from stereotypes and can lead to discrimination, which has significant consequences for those targeted. Understanding the roots of prejudice is essential for fostering empathy and promoting social ...

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Key Terms

Prejudice
A preconceived opinion not based on reason or actual experience.

Example: Believing someone is untrustworthy because of their background.

Stereotype
An oversimplified idea of a particular group of people.

Example: Assuming all teenagers are irresponsible.

Discrimination
Unjust treatment of different categories of people.

Example: Denying someone a job based on their race.

Bias
A tendency to favor one group over another.

Example: Favoring candidates from a specific university.

Social Justice
The view that everyone deserves equal rights and opportunities.

Example: Advocating for equal pay for equal work.

Empathy
The ability to understand and share the feelings of another.

Example: Listening to someone’s struggles and feeling their pain.

Related Topics

Racism
The belief that one race is superior to another, leading to discrimination and prejudice.
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Gender Inequality
The unequal treatment or perceptions of individuals based on their gender.
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Cultural Competence
The ability to understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people across cultures.
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Social Movements
Collective efforts by groups to promote or resist social change.
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Key Concepts

StereotypesDiscriminationBiasSocial Justice