Revision 6D

Question 1

Prejudice

Answer 1

An often negative preconception held against people within a certain group or social category

Question 2

Discrimination

Answer 2

The unjust treatment of people due to their membership within a certain social category

Question 3

Stigma

Answer 3

The feeling of shame or disgrace experienced by an individual for a characteristic that differentiates them from others

Question 4

Social stigma

Answer 4

The disapproval of, or discrimination against, individuals or groups based on perceived characteristics that serve to distinguish them from other members of society.

Question 5

Self stigma

Answer 5

The negative attitudes, including internalised shame, that people may have on themselves and their own condition.

Question 6

Mental wellbeing

Answer 6

An individuals current psychological state, involving their ability think, process information, and regulate emotions.

Question 7

Reducing prejudice, discrimination and stigma

Answer 7

• education
• inter-group contact
• social media
• laws

Question 8

Education

Answer 8

Providing knowledge and information about the unknown is a great way to correct, or at least begin to identify, misinformation and assumptions that people may have about others.

Question 9

Inter-group contact

Answer 9

The impact of stigma and prejudice can be reduced through conversations. By having open discussions, asking respectful questions, and taking the time to listen, you can better understand others’ experiences and avoid engaging in offensive behaviours or mindsets

Question 10

Social media

Answer 10

Social media can also be a useful tool in raising awareness and calling out prejudice or discrimination as the impacts these attempts are more widespread and reach more people.

Question 11

Laws

Answer 11

Having laws in place to prevent discrimination can also reduce the negative impact it has on wellbeing, as these laws may help protect and give a voice to minority groups.