Overview
Stereotyping is a pervasive issue that affects how individuals perceive and interact with one another. It involves generalizing traits to entire groups based on limited experiences, leading to unfair judgments and discrimination. Understanding the roots and effects of stereotyping is crucial for fos...
Key Terms
Example: Believing someone is untrustworthy because of their background.
Example: Not hiring someone based on their gender.
Example: Favoring information that confirms existing beliefs.
Example: Identifying as part of a particular cultural group.
Example: Feeling anxious about performing poorly in a test due to stereotypes.
Example: Unconsciously associating certain traits with specific races.
Related Topics
Key Concepts
PrejudiceDiscriminationSocial IdentityCognitive Bias