Most harmful stereotype

GambitBuff
August 05
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Which stereotype has been the most harmful in your life?

2 Answers:

Sweetrolls95 avatar

Though stereotypes can be useful in order to understand in a generalise fashion a type of person or a particular group of people. It can also have a negative effect as we often see the stereotype and not the actual person. Being an African-American disabled trans individual, I suffer multiple discrimination everyday when it comes to job opportunities, public services and social interactions. I am often judged on me being a wheelchair user, on who I choose to love, what I like to wear and on the colour of my skin.  Often these stereotypes are that I am a free-loading cripple, of an inferior race or a freak of nature! All these preconceptions are filled with prejudice and  that sometimes border on hatred.

All I want is some understanding and respect, so approach me with an open mind and if you must stereotype me, see me as a strong woman who has overcome much- Thank you.

Note: If you have suffered discrimination or prejudice based on your circumstances, lifestyle, race or religion, please seek support as you are not alone. A list of local support groups can often be found online.

Though stereotypes can be useful in order to understand in a generalise fashion a type of person or a particular group of people. It can also have a negative effect as we often see the stereotype and not the actual person. Being an African-American disabled trans individual, I suffer multiple discrimination everyday when it comes to job opportunities, public services and social interactions. I am often judged on me being a wheelchair user, on who I choose to love, what I like to wear and on the colour of my skin.  Often these stereotypes are that I am a free-loading cripple, of an inferior race or a freak of nature! All these preconceptions are filled with prejudice and  that sometimes border on hatred.

All I want is some understanding and respect, so approach me with an open mind and if you must stereotype me, see me as a strong woman who has overcome much- Thank you.

Note: If you have suffered discrimination or prejudice based on your circumstances, lifestyle, race or religion, please seek support as you are not alone. A list of local support groups can often be found online.

makemakecow avatar

Harmful stereotypes can often lead to discrimination. Examples are

Racial stereotype- Blacks are less intelligent

Gender stereotype- Women are irrational

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