Discrimination Flashcards
(23 cards)
what is systemic or institutionalized discrimination
unfair treatment of people due to race, gender, sexual orientation, etc., embedded in societal institutions
how does discrimination manifest in healthcare
unequal access to care, limited insurance, poor preventive care, and higher infant mortality rates
what are employment related effects of discrimination
Discriminatory hiring, limited advancement, and links to poverty, substance abuse, and crime.
how does systemic discrimination affect housing and finances
Loan denials, high-interest rates, and residence in high-crime areas, especially impacting youth and elderly.
what are education-related impacts of discrimination
Substandard schools, lack of enrichment, skill gaps, and higher dropout rates.
how is discrimination evident in the criminal justice system
people of color are more likely to be arrested and receive harsher sentences
what health impacts can result from discrimination
stress, anxiety, depression, hypertension, and lack of access to care
how can discrimination lead to substance abuse
individuals may use substances to cope with stress and emotional pain
how might individuals react behaviorally to discrimination
violence, antisocial behavior, gang involvement, or criminal activity
what are social consequences of discrimination
social withdrawal, academic/work failure, unemployment, and homelessness
What is disenfranchisement in the context of discrimination
feeling voiceless, avoiding voting, or facing voting barriers like lack of ID or transportation
define ageism and give examples of stereotypes of the elderly
prejudice against the elderly; stereotypes include being asexual, rigid, impaired, and incapable of change
how can clinical bias harm clients
misdiagnoeses, harsher diagnoses for minorities/women, involuntary commitment, unethical LGBTQ+ treatments
what are key stresses for immigrant clients
language barriers, job mismatch, culture shock, separation from support systems
what should be assessed in immigrant client needs
immigration reasons, support systems, literacy, finances, employment, access to services, health, and control
define worldview in cultural assessment
an individual’s psychological orientation to life influencing perception, behavior, and decision-making
what is acculturation
adopting the dominant culture through adaptation and assimilation
What is the difference between virtual and actual social identity
virtual is what society assumes; actual is the individual’s true characteristics
define stigma and normalization
stigma is a discrediting trait; normalization is treating someone as if they do not have a stigma
define prejudice, discrimination, stereotype
prejudice: biased judgement
discrimination: action based on prejudice
stereotype: distorted group beliefs
what is an oppressed minority
group receiving unequal treatment based on physical or cultural traits
what are common characteristics of exploitation perpetrators
vary by type: may include criminals, caregivers, or employers; often manipulative or abusive
what are risk factors for sexual trafficking
homelessness, LGBTQ, race, child welfare history, addiction, and undocumented status
