Prejudice And Discrimination Flashcards
Prejudice
Forming a preconceived opinion or thought based on appearance.
Stereotype
A shared belief about the characteristics of those who belong to a particular social or physical category
Discrimination
Acting upon your prejudice.
Authoritarian Personality
Personality characterised by extreme obedience and dependence on a powerful leader figure. Have prejudicial behaviour against others lower in rank or inferior.
Identity
Characteristics by which an individual is recognisable as a member of a group.
Personal identity
How we see ourselves.
Social identity
How people see us.
Self image
The personal and social identity combined.
Self esteem
How we think and feel about ourselves.
Practical implication
A psychological research which may work in a real life situation but there will be an issue to it.
