stereotypes

Question 1

what are stereotypes

Answer 1

a form of social categorization and are based on what others think of as shared features

a broad oversimplifies assumption

Question 2

are stereotypes positive or negative

Answer 2

they can be both but we usually dislike being stereotypes because we aren’t being seen as individuals

Question 3

where do stereotypes come from

Answer 3

those around us. parents, teachers, friends, media

Question 4

what are the functions of a stereotype

Answer 4

– short cuts that are taken unconsciously to help people make decisions quickly

• they systemise and simplify info so its easier to recall, identify and predict
• preconceived ideas that influence the way we see, treat and interact with people

Question 5

stereotypes VS social categorization

Answer 5

social categorization is classifying individuals into groups based of shared characteristics while stereotypes are the specific, oversimplified beliefs about the characteristics of those groups