Social Inequalities and Prejudice

These flashcards cover key concepts and definitions related to social inequalities and various forms of prejudice, as discussed in the lecture notes.

Social Inequalities

The conditions where certain groups have advantages over others, often justifying the status quo.

Just-world phenomenon

The belief that good is rewarded and evil is punished, often leading to victim-blaming.

Ingroup

A group with which a person identifies, viewed as 'us'.

Outgroup

A group perceived as different or apart from one's own, viewed as 'them'.

Ingroup bias

The tendency to favor one's own group over others.

Scapegoat theory

The idea that blaming others for one's problems can relieve frustration or anger.

Other-race effect

The tendency to recall faces of one's own race more accurately than those of other races.

Gender Prejudice

Bias or discrimination based on an individual's gender.

Sexual Orientation Prejudice

Discrimination against individuals based on their sexual orientation.

Subtle prejudice

Implicit or unconscious attitudes that may not be explicitly expressed.