Give Two Examples of Ways in Which Our Perceptions Breed

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Essay

Give two examples of ways in which our perceptions breed stereotypes. Explain your answer with examples from the text.

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Definitions:

Transference Interpretations

In psychotherapy, the method of analyzing and interpreting the unconscious redirection of feelings from one person to another, especially from a patient to the therapist.

Significant Past Figures

Individuals from history whose works or existence have had a profound influence on their field or society.

Fictional Finalism

A concept introduced by Alfred Adler, suggesting that individuals are more influenced by their expectations of the future than by past experiences.

Historical Circumstances

The situational contexts and conditions that existed in the past and influenced events, decisions, or outcomes.