13. Stereotypes and Maltreatment

Question 1

Define Stereotypes, Prejudice and Discrimination

Answer 1

Stereotypes are overgeneralized beliefs about members of a group
Prejudice are negative feelings about groups
Discrimination are negative behavior against groups

Question 2

What are the two dimensions on the stereotype content model and examples for that

Answer 2

Warmth and Competence

Examples are Pity, Disguist, Admiration and Envy

Question 3

What is the social learning theory regarding stereotypes

Answer 3

It focuses on conditioning and past experiences

parents and media play big role here

Question 4

Explain the social identity theory regarding stereotypes

Answer 4

People want to be part of positive groups

In group achievement and ingroup favoritism/outgroup diregard increase our own self esteem

Question 5

What are three common biases that reinforce stereotypes

Answer 5

Confirmation Bias
Contrast Bias (seeing exceptions instead of changing belief)
Fundamental Attribution Bias

Question 6

What are the 3 negative effects that stereotypes can have

Answer 6

Negative Self evaluations
Self Fulfilling prophecies
Stereotype Threat

Question 7

How can you reduce stereotypes in 4 points

Answer 7

Presence of Role Models
Equal Status Contact
Common Gaols
Sanctions by Authority

Question 8

What is maltreatment in sports

Answer 8

volition acts that result in physical or psychological harm

Question 9

What is safeguardign and what are barriers to safeguarding

Answer 9

safeguarding is assuring athletes safety and human rights based on prevention
Barriers are lack of educaiton, high authority coach, Unability to report maltreatment