Stereotyping
| Definition: |
An oversimplified perception or conception especially of persons, social groups, etc. |
| Notes: |
no qualif; includes both person using stereotype thinking & person or group being stereotyped; do not confuse with STEREOTYPED BEHAVIOR: read MeSH definition |
| Also Called: |
Stigmatization |
| Previously Indexed: |
Stereotyped Behavior (1973-1980) |
Stereotyping Definitions and Terms
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