Dissociation Model and Stereotyping

This set of flashcards covers key terms and concepts from the lecture notes regarding dissociation models, stereotypes, and cognitive processing.

Dissociation Model

A framework that explains how stereotypes are activated and applied, consisting of categorization, activation, and application processes.

Schema

Cognitive structures that organize knowledge and guide information processing about individuals or groups.

Categorization

The cognitive process of classifying individuals into social categories to simplify information processing.

Stereotypes

Oversimplified and generalized beliefs about a group that ignore individual differences and can influence judgments.

Activation of Stereotypes

The process by which a stereotype becomes accessible and can influence judgments without conscious awareness.

Automatic Processing

Effortless and involuntary cognitive processing that occurs without conscious control.

Controlled Processing

Effortful and voluntary cognitive processing that requires conscious thought and decision-making.

Phenotypicality

The extent to which an individual fits a prototypical model of a category, influencing how they are categorized.

Cognitive Load

The amount of information working memory can hold; high cognitive load can inhibit stereotype activation.

Motivational Factors

Factors that influence the willingness to engage with truths or avoid prejudice, affecting stereotype activation and application.

Self-Enhancement

The desire to maintain a positive self-image that can lead to stereotype application when threatened.

Controlled Activation

The process in which individuals consciously decide whether to activate a stereotype based on motivation and ability.