The Psychology of Diversity presents a captivating social-psychological study of diversity the obstacles confronting it & the benefits it provides Goes beyond prejudice & discrimination to discuss the personal & social implications of diversity for both majority & minority group members Considers how historical political economic & societal factors shape the way people think about & respond to diversity Explains why discrimination leads to bias at all levels in society interpersonal institutional cultural & social Describes proven techniques for improving intergroup relations Examines the brain's impact on bias in clear terms for students with little or no background in neuroscience
Includes:: helpful study tools throughout the text as well as an online instructor s manual