Racial Prejudices

Definition

Racial prejudices are negative attitudes, beliefs, or stereotypes about individuals or groups based on their race. These biases can lead to discrimination and unfair treatment towards certain racial groups.

Related terms

Implicit Bias:

Implicit bias refers to unconscious attitudes or stereotypes that affect our judgments and decisions without our awareness. These biases can contribute to racial prejudices even if we consciously reject them.

Stereotype Threat:

Stereotype threat occurs when individuals fear confirming negative stereotypes about their own racial group. This anxiety can hinder their performance and perpetuate racial prejudices.

Ingroup Bias:

Ingroup bias is the tendency to favor individuals who belong to the same group as us. This bias can contribute to racial prejudices by creating a sense of "us versus them" mentality.