What are Stereotypes, Prejudice, and Discrimination? Prejudice – a negative learned attitude toward a group of people Discrimination – negative behaviors directed at a specific group of people

What are Stereotypes, Prejudice, and Discrimination? Stereotype – a general belief about a group of people Differs from prejudice in that it can have positive or negative connotations Runs the risk of becoming prejudicial and leading to discrimination

What are Stereotypes, Prejudice, and Discrimination? (continued) Racism – discrimination directed at a specific racial group Sexism – discrimination directed at a specific gender Ageism – discrimination directed at various age groups

Hate Groups in America. There are 932 hate groups currently operating in the United States.