Sexism describes prejudice or discrimination based on sex or gender. It affects every level of society, from institutions and governments to personal relationships. Sexism affects females and other ...

Ableism refers to bias, prejudice, and discrimination against people with disabilities. It hinges on the idea that people with disabilities are less valuable than nondisabled people. Examples include ...

Nearly 40 percent of leprosy patients are still living under false names to shield themselves and their families from prejudice and discrimination, an Asahi Shimbun survey showed.

Mental health stigma refers to negative beliefs people may hold about those with mental illness, which can lead to stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination. Public awareness and literacy have ...

Pride Month is a time to celebrate and honor the LGBTQ+ community. It is a month filled with love, acceptance and solidarity. The significance of Pride Month goes beyond parades and rainbow flags — it ...

A look at how regional, cultural, linguistic, or social divisions can sometimes lead to prejudice and discrimination within ...

What singles feel in today’s society. Source: Life Matters/Pexels Bella DePaulo and colleagues have established two terms that are helpful in understanding what singles feel in today’s society. The ...

Many Americans say the country hasn’t gone far enough in giving black people equal rights with whites. Most believe slavery continues to impact black people’s status. Just 7% of Americans say race ...

Some acts are only considered criminal if they are committed by someone aged under 18. This doesn’t just include things such as drinking alcohol. In some US states, for example, it is illegal for ...

HIROSHIMA--Having survived the atomic bomb that flattened his hometown of Hiroshima when he was nine months old, Kunihiko ...