Prejudice and Discrimination Theories
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Tripartite model
A model that describes prejudice, stereotypes, and discrimination as interconnected components of social attitudes.
What leads to prejudice/discrimination?
Factors include individual difference models, realistic group conflict theory, cognitive models, social identity theory, and the norm of group interest.
Prejudice
An affective component characterized by negative feelings towards a group.
Stereotypes
A cognitive component involving generalized beliefs about a group.
Discrimination
A behavioral component that involves actions taken against a group based on prejudice or stereotypes.
Individual Difference Models
Theories that explain prejudice based on personal traits and characteristics.
Authoritarian Personality Theory
A theory proposed by Adorno et al. that suggests a personality type predisposed to prejudice.
Dissociation Model
A model by Devine (1989) that distinguishes between automatic and controlled processes in the formation of prejudice.
Realistic Group Conflict Theory
A theory that explains prejudice as arising from competition between groups for limited resources.
Robber's Cave Study
A study by Sherif (1961) demonstrating how competition can lead to intergroup conflict and prejudice.
Functional relations between groups
The interactions and dynamics that occur between different social groups, influencing levels of prejudice.
Categorization
The cognitive process of classifying people into groups, which can lead to stereotyping.
Outgroup Homogeneity Effect
The tendency to perceive members of an outgroup as more similar to each other than members of one's ingroup.
Social Identity Theory
A theory that posits individuals derive part of their identity from the groups to which they belong, influencing intergroup behavior.
Minimal Group Paradigm (MGP)
An experimental paradigm that demonstrates how even arbitrary group distinctions can lead to favoritism and prejudice.
Norm of Group Interest
The principle that individuals will act in ways that benefit their group, potentially leading to prejudice against outgroups.