unit 3 prejudice & discrimination

Challenge and change gr12

social identity theory

part of your self-concept that comes from belonging to a group

social learning theory

learning through observation, imitation and modeling and not direct experiences

learned theory

responses are shaped by the social and cultural environments in which they are raised, rather than being innate preferences.

mimetic theory

explores human desire is imitative, leading to rivalry/violence, and proposes that scapegoating is a mechanism used to resolve conflicts

displacement

unconscious defense mechanism, the mind subs a new aim of goals felt the original form as dangerous

cognitive dissonance

a mentally uncomfortable state when beliefs conflict

echo chambers

social, media, or cultural spaces that reinforce their beliefs

confirmation bias

tendency to seek out/interpret info that support their existing beliefs while ignoring contradicting evidence

types of confirmation bias 

1. cherry picking: accepting supporting info

2. discredit: dismissing opposing sources

3. reinterpret: twisting neutral facts to fit their views

regality theory

human societies adapt psychologically and culturally to the level of danger

cultural poles of regality theory

1. regal cultures: emerges in dangerous environments

2. kungic cultures: emerges in safe environments

reality theory

ppl in dangerous environments develop psychological preferences for strong leadership, strict social norms, and ingroup loyalty, leading to hostility towards outgroups

contact hypothesis

interacting with members of other groups can reduce prejudice by challenging stereotypes and improving understanding. 

experiential learning

uses simulations to reduce prejudice by exposing learners to discriminatory situations