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Beyond prejudice to prejudices

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  20 November 2012

Mark Schaller  and
Steven L. Neuberg
Mark Schaller
Affiliation:
Department of Psychology, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4, Canada. [email protected]://neuron4.psych.ubc.ca/~schallerlab
Steven L. Neuberg
Affiliation:
Department of Psychology, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85287-1104. [email protected]://psychology.clas.asu.edu/neuberg
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Abstract

Different groups, because they are perceived to pose different threats, elicit different prejudices. Collective action by disadvantaged groups can amplify the perception of specific threats, with predictable and potentially counterproductive consequences. It is important to carefully consider the threat-based psychology of prejudice(s) before implementing any strategy intended to promote positive social change.

Type
Open Peer Commentary
Information
Behavioral and Brain Sciences , Volume 35 , Issue 6 , December 2012 , pp. 445 - 446
Copyright
Copyright © Cambridge University Press 2012 

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