LO2

• Discrimination


  Treating someone unfairly or less favorably compared to others.
• What can be discriminated against?

  • Race
  • Culture
  • Disability
  • Social Class
  • Age
  • Gender
  • Sexual Orientation
  • Religion
• Forms of Discrimination and Abuse

  • Direct discrimination
  • Indirect discrimination
  • Physical abuse
  • Verbal abuse
  • Psychological abuse
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Neglect
• Physical Abuse- when someone causes physical pain or threatens to hurt an individual
• Verbal Abuse- name calling, insults or swearing to try and humiliate someone or reduce their dignity or security.
• Psychological Abuse- threats and constant criticism, control the person
• Sexual Abuse- unwanted sexual contact
• Neglect- carer failing to care for someone properly
• Prejudice- a negative attitude towards, or an unfair dislike towards an individual or group of people
• Stereotyping- making judgements about individuals or groups of people based on prejudice.
• Labelling- identifying people negatively as part of a particular group.
• Bullying - a range of negative behaviours that can intimidate or harm individuals.
• Individuals Affected


  Individuals who require care and support, family, relatives, friends, practitioners
• Impact on individuals- can be affected negatively

  PIES- physically, intellectually, emotionally, socially
• Impact on individuals

  Disempowerment- feel lack of control in their life, particularly if dependent on others

  Low self-esteem and self- confidence- lead to feelings of worthlessness

  Poor health and wellbeing- can become withdrawn, isolated, feel frightened, may develop health problems

  Effect on mental health - depression, anxiety

  Unfair Treatment
• Indirect Discrimination 


  Unintentionally putting someone at a disadvantage
• Direct Discrimination


  Intentionally putting someone at a disadvantage