Psychological Science (Fifth Edition)
Psychological Science (Fifth Edition)
5th Edition
ISBN: 9780393937497
Author: Michael Gazzaniga, Diane Halpern
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
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Chapter 12.4, Problem 2MU

a.

Summary Introduction

Introduction:

Stereotypes are cognitive schemas that help in organizing information about people. People are organized on the basis of their membership in different groups. It is a kind of mental shortcut that helps people to make fast decisions. Stereotypes are generally neutral. They may contain positive or negative information. Negative stereotypes can lead to discrimination and prejudice. Prejudice is a preconceived notion towards or against something. It is an unjustified attitude towards a person based only on his membership in a group. But discrimination refers to the actions and behavior, mostly negative, towards something or someone or a group usually based on color, caste etc.

b.

Summary Introduction

Introduction:

Stereotypes are cognitive schemas that help in organizing information about people. People are organized on the basis of their membership in different groups. It is a kind of mental shortcut that helps people to make fast decisions. Stereotypes are generally neutral. They may contain positive or negative information. Negative stereotypes can lead to discrimination and prejudice. Prejudice is a preconceived notion towards or against something. It is an unjustified attitude towards a person based only on his membership in a group. But discrimination refers to the actions and behavior, mostly negative, towards something or someone or a group usually based on color, caste etc.

c.

Summary Introduction

Introduction:

Stereotypes are cognitive schemas that help in organizing information about people. People are organized on the basis of their membership in different groups. It is a kind of mental shortcut that helps people to make fast decisions. Stereotypes are generally neutral. They may contain positive or negative information. Negative stereotypes can lead to discrimination and prejudice. Prejudice is a preconceived notion towards or against something. It is an unjustified attitude towards a person based only on his membership in a group. But discrimination refers to the actions and behavior, mostly negative, towards something or someone or a group usually based on color, caste etc.

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