Psychology HL
10
Chapters
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Unit 1 - Research Methodology
Unit 2 - Biological Approach To Behaviour
Unit 3 - Cognitive Approach To Behaviour
Unit 4 - Sociocultural Approach To Behavior
Unit 5 - Abnormal Psychology
Unit 6 - Health psychology
Unit 7 - Psychology Of Human Relationships
Unit 8 - Developmental Psychology
Unit 9 - Internal Assessment
Unit 10 - The IB Curriculum - A Conceptual Model
Psychology HL
Unit 7 - Psychology Of Human Relationships
Challenges & Effects of Migration Unraveling Stereotypes & Bias
659 words
4 mins read
Last edited on 16th Oct 2024
Table of content
Migration in the contemporary world
- Migration is common in today's world, with western Europe, USA, and Canada seeing an increase in immigrants. This migration can lead to challenges for the host country and migrants alike, as well as contribute to societal shifts and conflicts.
- Real-world Example: Imagine if students from different schools join your class. There can be challenges in adjusting to new classmates and vice versa, similar to countries adjusting to immigrants.
The media's role & stereotypes
- Media coverage, lack of understanding, and lack of contact with migrants can feed negative stereotypes, leading to discrimination and even extremism.
- Real-world Example: Consider how certain media outlets might portray immigrants in a negative light, causing people who've never met an immigrant to form negative biases.
Anti-immigration bias & competition for resources
- Sherif’s RGCT emphasizes competition for resources (like jobs, healthcare) as a source of conflict. When a migrant group enters a host country, perceived competition can lead to negative attitudes towards newcomers.
- Real-world Example: If two students are competing for one spot in the school team, they might start seeing each other as rivals.
Ethnocentrism
- Ethnocentrism is the belief that your group's values, members, and products are superior to others', causing biases when comparing your group (ingroup) to others (outgroup).
- Real-world Example: Think of fans from two different football teams. Each group might believe their team is the best, refusing to see any positive aspects in the other team.
Stereotyping & categorization
- Stereotyping and categorization significantly influence anti-immigration bias. They can be intensified by negative experiences with the outgroup and media coverage, and can have a profound impact on the way people process information.
- Real-world Example: If you see someone in a hoodie, you might categorize them as a "rebel" or "troublemaker" based on societal stereotypes, even without knowing them personally.
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Psychology HL
Unit 7 - Psychology Of Human Relationships
Challenges & Effects of Migration Unraveling Stereotypes & Bias
659 words
4 mins read
Last edited on 16th Oct 2024
Table of content
Migration in the contemporary world
- Migration is common in today's world, with western Europe, USA, and Canada seeing an increase in immigrants. This migration can lead to challenges for the host country and migrants alike, as well as contribute to societal shifts and conflicts.
- Real-world Example: Imagine if students from different schools join your class. There can be challenges in adjusting to new classmates and vice versa, similar to countries adjusting to immigrants.
The media's role & stereotypes
- Media coverage, lack of understanding, and lack of contact with migrants can feed negative stereotypes, leading to discrimination and even extremism.
- Real-world Example: Consider how certain media outlets might portray immigrants in a negative light, causing people who've never met an immigrant to form negative biases.
Anti-immigration bias & competition for resources
- Sherif’s RGCT emphasizes competition for resources (like jobs, healthcare) as a source of conflict. When a migrant group enters a host country, perceived competition can lead to negative attitudes towards newcomers.
- Real-world Example: If two students are competing for one spot in the school team, they might start seeing each other as rivals.
Ethnocentrism
- Ethnocentrism is the belief that your group's values, members, and products are superior to others', causing biases when comparing your group (ingroup) to others (outgroup).
- Real-world Example: Think of fans from two different football teams. Each group might believe their team is the best, refusing to see any positive aspects in the other team.
Stereotyping & categorization
- Stereotyping and categorization significantly influence anti-immigration bias. They can be intensified by negative experiences with the outgroup and media coverage, and can have a profound impact on the way people process information.
- Real-world Example: If you see someone in a hoodie, you might categorize them as a "rebel" or "troublemaker" based on societal stereotypes, even without knowing them personally.
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