The Influence of Prejudice, Discrimination, and Stigma (VCE SSCE Psychology): Flashcards

Negative attitude based on distinguishing characteristic

Negative attitudes towards people based on group membership

Prejudice translated into negative behaviour towards a group

Subtle prejudice with surface acceptance but hidden bias

Unfavourable treatment due to protected characteristic

Equal treatment that disadvantages certain groups

Multiple forms of discrimination experienced simultaneously

Sustained contact, interdependence, equality, superordinate goals

Prolonged cooperative interaction between prejudiced groups

Ultimate shared goals requiring cooperation between groups