| ________________ is a collective expression of frustration and often results in negative attitudes or prejudices against the weaker group. |
Prejudice Scapegoating Discrimination Kernel of truth concept |
| Scapegoating |
| Scapegoating: This phenomenon occurs when a majority group blames a minority outgroup for its own social, economic, or political problems. The targeted minority group lacks the power or numbers to defend itself against such accusations. Scapegoating is a collective expression of frustration and often results in negative attitudes or prejudices against the weaker group. |