The Authors Point Out That People May Be a Little

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Essay

The authors point out that people may be a little "fuzzy" about psychological careers because psychologists contribute to their communities in so many different ways. Describe three ways in which psychologists make these contributions.

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Definitions:

Collectivistic Culture

A culture that prioritizes the group over individual goals and values interdependence and conformity.

Forms of Prejudice

Variations of prejudgment or unfounded negative beliefs and attitudes toward different groups of people.

Discrimination

Unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people or things, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex.

Racism

Prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism directed against someone of a different race based on the belief that one's own race is superior.