Us and Them

Bias

Reducing Prejudice by "Reading a Book"

Todd Nelson, Ph.D. on September 30, 2024

Recent research shows the efficacy of one on one interactions in reducing prejudice. Think of each of us as a "book." If we "read" (talk to) each other, prejudice diminishes.

Recent research shows the efficacy of one on one interactions in reducing prejudice. Think of each of us as a "book." If we "read" (talk to) each other, prejudice diminishes.

Bias

Prejudice by Omission

Todd Nelson, Ph.D. on March 8, 2024

An insidious form of prejudice occurs when a more powerful group ignores groups with less power and keeps them out of the minds of society.

An insidious form of prejudice occurs when a more powerful group ignores groups with less power and keeps them out of the minds of society.

Bias

Empathy and Prejudice

Todd Nelson, Ph.D. on October 30, 2023

Misunderstandings, potential hostility, and prejudice can be averted if people would take the time to consider the point of view of the other person.

Misunderstandings, potential hostility, and prejudice can be averted if people would take the time to consider the point of view of the other person.

Bias

How "Poisoning the Well" Hurts Everyone

Todd Nelson, Ph.D. on October 16, 2023

A cognitive bias known as "poisoning the well" often leads us to dismiss others over a perceived flaw. Here's what that looks like, how it's consequential, and how to avoid it.

A cognitive bias known as "poisoning the well" often leads us to dismiss others over a perceived flaw. Here's what that looks like, how it's consequential, and how to avoid it.

Mental Health Stigma

To Be Heard and Seen

Todd Nelson, Ph.D. on October 3, 2023

Imagine the perspective of members of stigmatized groups who feel "invisible" to others in society. Empathetic acts can break this invisibility.

Imagine the perspective of members of stigmatized groups who feel "invisible" to others in society. Empathetic acts can break this invisibility.