Instructions
Read/review the following resources for this activity:
- Textbook: Chapter 5
- Lesson
- Minimum of 2 sources cited (assigned readings/online lessons and an outside scholarly source)
Initial Post Instructions
Consider what we discussed earlier in the course regarding our sense of self and analyze that in the context of our discussion of stereotypes, prejudice and discrimination this week. What impact might being the victim of stereotypes, prejudice, or discrimination have on our self-esteem or self-concept?
Answer
Reflecting on earlier discussions in this course regarding our sense of self and analyzing that in the context of our discussion of stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination; the impact of experiencing these things is immeasurable. The term self-concept refers “to the sum total of beliefs that people have about themselves” (Kassin & Markus, 2016, p. 55). This self-concept, or beliefs we have about yourself, are made up beliefs we internalized that guide the cognitive processes of… To access full answer, use the purchase button below.