Discrimination: What it is and how to cope
Oct 31, 2019 · For many people, discrimination is an everyday reality. Discrimination is the unfair or prejudicial treatment of people and groups based on characteristics such as race, gender, …
Racism, bias, and discrimination
Racism is a form of prejudice that generally includes negative emotional reactions, acceptance of negative stereotypes, and discrimination against individuals. Discrimination involves negative, …
Talking to kids about discrimination
Mar 9, 2016 · Experts say diversity and discrimination are subjects that need to be addressed with children.
Understanding ableism and negative reactions to disability
Dec 14, 2021 · Why do nondisabled people tend to hold negative attitudes toward disability and disabled persons? Ableism—prejudice and discrimination aimed at disabled people, often with …
Poverty, discrimination, cultural norms influence community well …
Apr 1, 2024 · It is critical for psychologists to understand structural competence as we seek to improve the well-being of our communities. Structural competence means recognizing and …
Scientific research illuminating the mental health impacts of racism ...
Nov 1, 2024 · Highlights of peer-reviewed studies in psychology and related fields.
Discussing discrimination
Mar 9, 2016 · Gwendolyn Keita, PhD, executive director of APA’s Public Interest Directorate discusses how and why to put discrimination on the conversation agenda. According to …
marginalized and reports widespread experiences of hate and discrimination all over the world.
The burden of weight stigma
Mar 1, 2022 · Weight gain is on the rise, but shaming people won’t reverse the trend. Sizeism increases a person’s risk for mental health problems such as substance use and suicidality.
APA Resolution on Prejudice, Stereotypes, and Discrimination Whereas prejudices are unfavorable affective reactions to or evaluations of groups and their members, stereotypes are …