LO2 - Impact of discriminatory practices Flashcards
1
Q
What is discrimination?
A
Discrimination is the unjust and unfair treatment of individuals based on their differences.
2
Q
What are the basis of discrimination?
A
- Race
- Culture
- Disability
- Social class
- Age
- Gender
- Sexual orientation
3
Q
What are the types of discriminatory practice?
A
- Abuse
- Direct discrimination
- Indirect discrimination
- Prejudice
- Stereotyping
- Labelling
- Bullying
4
Q
What is the difference between direct and indirect discrimination?
A
Direct discrimination involves intentionally treating someone unfairly based on their differences. Indirect discrimination is when a policy or rule applies to everyone but has disadvantages to some people or a particular group.
5
Q
What is labelling?
A
A negative approach that identifies people as members of a particular group with the assumption that they are ‘all the same’.
6
Q
Who is affected by discriminatory practices?
A
- Individuals who require care and support e.g. patients, individuals with dementia, children with autism
- Family, friends and relatives of individuals who use care services
- Practitioners
7
Q
What are the impacts of discriminatory practices on individuals?
A
- Disempowerment
- Low self-esteem and low self-confidence
- Poor health and well-being
- Unfair treatment
- Effects on mental health
