PSYC12H3 Chapter Notes - Chapter 9: Contact Hypothesis
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Contact hypothesis: the notion that bringing outgroups together in a situation will result in decreased prejudice and stereotyping: merely putting two groups together (i. e. , mere contact) is sufficient for the reduction of stereotypes and prejudice. Ineffective in changing racial attitudes: allport specified that at least four fundamental criteria must be met in order for positive intergroup contact to occur: Support of legitimate authority: pettigrew"s additional necessary condition: The potential to become friends with the outgroup members. Colorblind approach: people ought to be assessed according to their unique personality, talents, and contributions, and their group membership should not factor into one"s thoughts about others: criticism: Fails to recognize the continuing significance of prejudice and discrimination in society.
