Uploaded January 2021 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Series: The Psychology of Prejudice

People often use the words "stereotyping," "prejudice," and "discrimination" interchangeably. But when psychologists study these things, they maintain a clear distinction between them. Although they're related, it's worth recognizing how these concepts differ.

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