intergroup interactions Flashcards
1
Q
what is the strongest predictor of the quality of intergroup interactions?
A
- one’s motivation to control prejudiced responses
- internal (focused on showing respect) vs external (focused on not appearing prejudiced)
2
Q
what are the benefits associated with intergroup contact?
A
- increased knowledge about outgroup
- increased empathy with outgroup
- reduced intergroup anxiety
- reduced implicit and explicit prejudice
- reduced intergroup threat
3
Q
what are the optimal conditions for intergroup contact?
A
- support of authorities
- equal status
- common goals
- cooperation between groups to attain common goals
- contact as individuals outside the formal setting
4
Q
what is extended contact? how is it effective in reducing intergroup prejudice?
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- having a friend with an outgroup friend
- reduces intergroup anxiety, changes perception of norms, cognitive consistency
5
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what is imagined contact? is it effective in reducing intergroup prejudice?
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- involves first imagining a positive/relaxed interaction with a member of an outgroup, before meeting them in person
- successful in reducing prejudice
6
Q
what is parasocial contact? is it effective in reducing intergroup prejudice?
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- involves experiences with outgroup members via mass communication
- parasocial contact is successful in reducing prejudice
7
Q
what is a possible downside of intergroup contact?
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for members of disadvantaged groups, greater intergroup contact is associated with lower support for social change
8
Q
according to Allport, how can prejudice be reduced through contact? what factors improve the success of this process?
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- prejudice, unless deeply rooted in the character of the individual, may be reduced by equal status contact between majority and minority groups in the pursuit of common goals
- success is enhanced when contact is sanctioned by institutional supports
