PSYB10H3 Chapter Notes - Chapter 11: Social Identity Theory, Ambivalent Sexism, Implicit-Association Test
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Christopher columbus prejudiced against the natives on the island because their appearance and customs differed from his own people. Human tendencies to stereotype, harbor prejudice, and discriminate are still with us. Many examples of this still exist in our everyday society. Economic perspective- roots of much intergroup hostility in competing interests that can set groups apart from one another. Motivational perspective- psychological needs that lead to conflict. Stereotypes- beliefs that certain attributes are characteristic of members of particular groups. Prejudice- attitudinal and affective response toward a group and its individual members. Prejudging others because they belong to a specific category. Discrimination- negative or harmful behavior directed toward members of a particular group. Some people"s reactions to other groups are unconscious and automatic and they may differ greatly from their more thoughtful beliefs and attitudes. Some people"s reactions are unconscious and automatics and may differ greatly from their more thoughtful beliefs and attitudes.
