Interventions designed to reduce implicit prejudices and implicit stereotypes in real world contexts: a systematic review

BMC Psychology

Chloë FitzGerald¹  Delphine Berner¹  Samia Hurst¹  Angela Martin² 

[1] 0000 0001 2322 4988, grid.8591.5, iEH2 (Institute for Ethics, History and the Humanities), Faculty of Medicine, University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland;0000 0004 0478 1713, grid.8534.a, Department of Philosophy, University of Fribourg, Fribourg, Switzerland;

关键词: Implicit prejudice;    Implicit stereotype;    Implicit bias;    Unconscious bias;    Interventions;    Training;    Professional ethics;   

DOI  :  10.1186/s40359-019-0299-7

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【 摘 要 】

BackgroundImplicit biases are present in the general population and among professionals in various domains, where they can lead to discrimination. Many interventions are used to reduce implicit bias. However, uncertainties remain as to their effectiveness.MethodsWe conducted a systematic review by searching ERIC, PUBMED and PSYCHINFO for peer-reviewed studies conducted on adults between May 2005 and April 2015, testing interventions designed to reduce implicit bias, with results measured using the Implicit Association Test (IAT) or sufficiently similar methods.Results30 articles were identified as eligible. Some techniques, such as engaging with others’ perspective, appear unfruitful, at least in short term implicit bias reduction, while other techniques, such as exposure to counterstereotypical exemplars, are more promising. Robust data is lacking for many of these interventions.ConclusionsCaution is thus advised when it comes to programs aiming at reducing biases. This does not weaken the case for implementing widespread structural and institutional changes that are multiply justified.

【 授权许可】

CC BY