1. Equality, Diversity and Rights
Effects of inequality

2. Equality, Diversity and Rights
People who use care services may be subject to inequality in a number of ways. They may experience
Individual discrimination due to the prejudices of others
Institutional discrimination as a result of organisations failing to provide appropriate services
Structural discrimination as attitudes are common throughout society

3. Effects of Inequality on People
Despite anti-discriminatory legislation peoples life chances are still affected by prejudice and discrimination.
This is shown by ;
National statistics
Press reports
Individuals prospects

4. Effects of Inequality on People
Exposure to discrimination may affect an individuals self-image. If people have a poor self-image they will have low self-esteem which will limit opportunities.

5. Effects of Inequality on People
Possible outcomes of discrimination on the self
Estrangement from society
Expecting to be rejected or excluded
Low self-esteem
Responding to self-fulfilling prophecies by not achieving
Low self-worth

6. Possible outcomes of discrimination on the self cont’d
Low self-efficacy (being no good at things)
Depression linked with stress and helplessness
Withdrawal and learned helplessness

7. Possible outcomes of discrimination on the self cont’d
Loss of motivation to achieve
Little personal energy due to stress

8. Conclusion
An individual with a good self-image and high self-esteem will see rejection as a short- term setback.
If a person’s self-image has been eroded by constant exposure to prejudice, discrimination and abuse, then they may find it much more difficult to handle setbacks.