Discriminatory practices Flashcards
1
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What is discriminatory practice?
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- It involves treating someone unfairly compared to others due to their differences
2
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What are the different types of discriminatory practice?
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- Abuse
- Prejudice
- Stereotyping
- Labelling
- Bullying
3
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What does the term ‘Prejudice’ mean?
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- A negative attitude or dislike of an individual often based on the basis of discrimination e.g. Race, Age
4
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What does the term ‘Stereotyping’ mean?
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- Generalisations which are often offensive or exaggerated are made about a particular group of people e.g. older people, homeless people
5
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What does the term ‘Labelling’ mean?
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- A negative approach that identifies people as members of a particular group
6
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What does the term ‘Bullying’ mean?
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- Involves threatening, humiliating others
- it is often repeated behaviour to either cause psychological or physical harm
7
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What are some examples of the basis of discrimination?
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- Race
- Age
- Religion
- Gender
8
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What is direct and indirect discrimination?
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- Direct discrimination: Intentionally putting someone at a disadvantage or texting unfairly due to an individuals differences
- Indirect discrimination: Unintentionally putting someone at a disadvantage
9
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what are the different types of abuse?
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- Physical
- Verbal
- Neglect
- Psychological
- Sexual
