Topic 4 Stereotypes, discrimination and sigma

Stigma is interrelated with other terms: stereotypes, prejudice & discrimination

STEREOTYPE

Negative, disrespectful attitude towards a group of people

PREJUDICE

Agreement with stereotype leading to negative emotion

DISCRIMINATION

Subsequent behaviors resulting in loss of rightful opportunity

Examples:

They are…

  • Dangerous
  • Unpredictable
  • Incompetent

Examples:

That’s right. They are…

  • Dangerous and I fear them
  • Unpredictable and I don’t trust them
  • Incompetent and I am angry at them

Examples:

  • Employers don’t hire them
  • Landlords don’t rent to them
  • Providers offer services of lower quality