The Role of Person Perception: Attitudes and Stereotypes (VCE SSCE Psychology): Flashcards

Evaluation that is consistent & long-lasting

Evaluation (making judgements - positive, negative, or neutral)

Affective, behavioural, and cognitive (ABCs of attitudes)

Emotional aspect - how you feel about something

Action aspect - what you do as expression of attitude

Mental aspect - beliefs/thoughts you have about something

Fixed ideas about group members, ignoring individual differences

Negative attitudes based on a distinguishing characteristic

Any group you belong to or identify with

Any group you don't belong to or identify with