Prejudice and discrimination are often based on stereotypes, or simplified, mistaken generalizations about people because they seem different. This assignment will focus on the

Prejudice and discrimination are often based on stereotypes, or simplified, mistaken generalizations about people because they seem different. This assignment will focus on the major socio-psychological and sociological theories of prejudice. socio-psychological explanations of prejudice emphasize authoritarian personalities and frustration, while sociological explanations emphasize social learning and group threat.