Positive Prejudice As Interpersonal Ethics
Abstract
Positive Prejudice as Interpersonal Ethics examines prejudice not merely as a negative attitude toward others but as a general orientation that enables perception and understanding. Prejudicial attitudes appear in all daily human interactions; these interactions have a moral character and thus have an effect on the self-concepts and self-esteem of the participants. By examining this concept at the intersection of three fields—social psychological studies of the nature of prejudice, phenomenological examination of a person’s interpersonal experiences, and ethical consideration of the character of constructive interactions—this book places the idea of prejudice in its larger context. Presenting prejudice as situational understanding that impacts all perception and interpretation, Sara Kärkkäinen Terian offers a way to shape it from negative to positive. She considers recognition of one’s value as a person an integral part of positive prejudice and respect as its necessary basis.
Schlagworte
Communal ethics social interaction implicit bias perception formation personhood interpersonal influence empowerment of others prejudice respect for others- 1–4 Introduction 1–4
- 43–62 3 Prejudice 43–62
- 63–80 4 Respect 63–80
- 99–108 References 99–108
- 109–116 Index 109–116
- 117–117 About the Author 117–117