Intergroup contact and the promotion of intergroup harmony: The influence of intergroup emotions

2016 ◽  
pp. 209-238 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stefania Paolini ◽  
Miles Hewstone ◽  
Alberto Voci ◽  
Jake Harwood ◽  
Ed Cairns
Keyword(s):  
Intergroup Contact ◽  
Intergroup Emotions

Who Needs Imagined Contact?

2016 ◽  
Vol 47 (2) ◽  
pp. 118-124 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mark R. Hoffarth ◽  
Gordon Hodson
Keyword(s):  
Intergroup Contact ◽  
Intergroup Emotions ◽  
Actual Contact ◽  
Previous Contact ◽  
Imagined Contact ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
Contact Effects

Abstract. Imagined contact is a widely-used methodology for decreasing prejudice. Recently, however, the effectiveness and replicability of imagined contact have been debated. To the extent that imagined contact is theoretically a valuable intervention when actual contact is absent or less feasible, previous intergroup contact experiences presumably moderate the efficacy of imagined contact. The present investigation found that imagined contact effects were stronger among heterosexuals with infrequent (vs. frequent) previous contact with gays, improving their intergroup emotions and attitudes (Study 1, N = 261). In contrast, there were no such effects of imagined contact with Muslims among non-Muslims (Study 2, N = 320). These findings highlight the potential for moderators to impact the efficacy of experimental contact simulations. Theoretical and practical implications are discussed.

Modern avenues for intergroup contact: Using E-contact and intergroup emotions to reduce stereotyping and social distancing against people with schizophrenia

2018 ◽  
Vol 22 (7) ◽  
pp. 947-963 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rachel D. Maunder ◽  
Fiona A. White ◽  
Stefano Verrelli
Keyword(s):  
Mental Illness ◽  
Intergroup Contact ◽  
Stigma Reduction ◽  
Contact Conditions ◽  
Intergroup Emotions ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Computer Mediated ◽  
First Time

Intergroup contact is the leading strategy for reducing the stigma associated with mental illness. For the first time, the current study examines the effectiveness of a contemporary intergroup contact strategy, called electronic or E-contact, to reduce stigma against people diagnosed with schizophrenia. It also examines the mediating role of three target-relevant intergroup emotions, namely fear, anger, and pity. In total, 133 participants engaged in E-contact with a person diagnosed with schizophrenia (intergroup E-contact), E-contact with a person without a mental illness (intragroup E-contact), or no contact. Compared to the intragroup E-contact and no-contact conditions, intergroup E-contact reduced fear, anger, and stereotyping toward people with schizophrenia. Additionally, fear and anger, but not pity, were found to be significant affective mediators of the E-contact effect. The findings demonstrate the value of computer-mediated intergroup contact for stigma reduction, and emphasize the importance of intergroup emotions in this domain.

Liking more or hating less? A modest defence of intergroup contact theory

2012 ◽  
Vol 35 (6) ◽  
pp. 428-429
Author(s):  
Rupert Brown
Keyword(s):  
Intergroup Contact ◽  
Contact Theory ◽  
Important Work ◽  
Intergroup Contact Theory ◽  
Intergroup Emotions ◽  
Policy Goals ◽  
Target Article

AbstractHere, I argue that Dixon et al. have overstated the prevalence of “benevolent” forms of prejudice; many stigmatised groups are currently the targets of overtly hostile evaluation and treatment by others (e.g., Muslims; immigrant groups). I also believe that the target article oversimplifies its presentation of prejudice researchers' primary theoretical and policy goals and that it overlooks important work in intergroup emotions.

Reducing Prejudice Through Narratives

2019 ◽  
Vol 31 (4) ◽  
pp. 185-195 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emily Moyer-Gusé ◽  
Katherine R. Dale ◽  
Michelle Ortiz
Keyword(s):  
Intergroup Relations ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Intergroup Contact ◽  
Contact Hypothesis ◽  
Muslim Americans ◽  
Intergroup Anxiety ◽  
Intergroup Interactions

Abstract. Recent extensions to the contact hypothesis reveal that different forms of contact, such as mediated intergroup contact, can reduce intergroup anxiety and improve attitudes toward the outgroup. This study draws on existing research to further consider the role of identification with an ingroup character within a narrative depicting intergroup contact between Muslim and non-Muslim Americans. Results reveal that identification with the non-Muslim (ingroup) model facilitated liking the Muslim (outgroup) model, which reduced prejudice toward Muslims more generally. Identification with the ingroup model also increased conversational self-efficacy and reduced anxiety about future intergroup interactions – both important aspects of improving intergroup relations.

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