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Philosophy Bites

Jennifer Saul on Implicit Bias

Dec 7, 2013
16:01

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Quick takeaways

  • Implicit biases influence behaviors like hiring decisions and interactions, revealing societal disparities.
  • Addressing implicit biases improves fairness, inclusivity, and decision-making processes in various contexts.

Deep dives

Understanding Implicit Bias

Implicit bias consists of unconscious associations affecting our perceptions and interactions with stigmatized social groups, even if one consciously rejects these biases. Psychological studies, including the implicit association test, reveal these biases, such as negative associations with black individuals, influencing behaviors like hiring decisions and interactions. The prevalence of implicit bias raises philosophical questions about beliefs, culpability, and its epistemic implications, prompting further exploration into its influence on decision-making.

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