2.1 Discriminatory Practices

Question 1

List some examples of what discrimination could be based on

Answer 1

• race
• culture
• disability
• social class
• age
• gender
• sexual orientation

Question 2

Name the two types of discrimination

Answer 2

Direct and Indirect

Question 3

Who could be effected?

Answer 3

• individuals who require care and support ( eg patients, children, older adults, people with disabilities.)
• family/ friends/ relatives of individuals
• practitioners (eg nurse, GP, teacher, early years practitioner, social worker, care assistant, care worker)

Question 4

What could be an impact on individuals?

Answer 4

• disempowerment
• mental health
• low self esteem/ confidence
• poor health and well-being
• unfair treatment