Prejudice, Discrimination, and Racism Flashcards

Flashcards covering key concepts, theorists, and definitions related to prejudice, discrimination, and racism.

Who is Joseph A. Baldwin?

Emphasized the distinct Black personality and limitations of Eurocentric psychology.

Advocated for African-centered psychological frameworks.

What is the significance of Joseph A. Baldwin's work?

Who is Carl Ratner?

Stressed the cultural and political roots of oppression.

Through cultural institutions and empowerment.

According to Carl Ratner, how can liberation be achieved?

What is internalized racism?

Acceptance of negative racial stereotypes about one's own group.

Anxiety and depression

Name the mental health challenges associated with internalized racism.

Who is Maulana Karenga?

He advocated for a psychology grounded in African worldviews and communal healing.

Its individualistic focus.

What did Maulana Karenga criticize about Western psychology?

Who are Cedric X and colleagues?

They critiqued IQ testing as a form of scientific racism.

African-centered assessment tools.

What type of assessments did Cedric X and colleagues support?

Who are Sheila R. Black and colleagues?

They highlighted African American contributions to psychology.

Afrocentric models and community-based practices.

Name the models emphasized by Sheila R. Black and colleagues.

What is prejudice?

Preconceived, often negative judgment about a group.

What is discrimination?

Unjust treatment based on group membership.

What is racism?

Systemic belief in racial hierarchy.

What is internalized racism?

Acceptance of negative societal messages about one's own group.

What is scientific racism?

Use of pseudoscience to justify racial inequality.

What is Afrocentric psychology?

Psychology rooted in African values and traditions.

What is oppression?

Systematic mistreatment of marginalized groups.

What is Liberation Psychology?

Healing and justice-oriented psychological framework.

Cultural focus and values

What is a key difference between Eurocentric and Afrocentric psychology?

Devaluing one's racial group

Name a psychological effect of internalized racism.

Can lead to identity confusion and mental health issues

How does oppression impact identity and mental health?

Used to justify racial inequality

What role has IQ testing played in perpetuating racism?

Afrocentric models and community-based practices

Name a significant contribution of Black psychologists to the field.

Afrocentric vs. Eurocentric

What frameworks should you compare to prepare for examination?

Identity

Name a core theme related to racism, discrimination and prejudice.

Liberation

Name a core theme related to racism, discrimination and prejudice.

Oppression

Name a core theme related to racism, discrimination and prejudice.

True

Internalized racism can manifest as devaluing one's racial group: True or False?

False

IQ tests are culturally neutral: True or False?

Cultural identity and personality

According to Baldwin, oppression primarily affects…

Centers African cultural values and liberation

Afrocentric psychology is best described as…

Key arguments

What is the focus on when reviewing class discussions?

Acceptance of negative societal messages about one's own group

What is internalized oppression?

Psychology centered on European values

What is a Eurocentric psychology?

Healing and justice

What does liberation seek to provide?

Highlight key arguments

What should you focus on when reviewing class discussions?

Mock questions

What should you practice to improve recall?

Communal healing

What does a psychology grounded in African worldviews advocate for?