Understanding Subconscious Bias

What is the main challenge in defining subconscious bias?

• It is not a real concept.

• It is a well-defined concept in psychology.

• It is a mix of unconscious feelings and conscious actions.

• It is easy to separate from conscious bias.

Why does the act of crossing the street when seeing someone become a conscious act?

• Because it is a deliberate action based on a feeling of discomfort.

• Because it is a random act.

• Because it is an unconscious reaction.

• Because it is done without any thought.

What is the impact of subtle behaviors on the recipients?

• They are ignored by the recipients.

• They are always positive.

• They have a significant impact over time.

• They are not noticeable.

How can people tackle the difficulty in defining subconscious bias?

• By blaming others.

• By denying its existence.

• By acknowledging their own wince moments.

• By ignoring it.

What is a common reaction when people face differences with others?

• A sense of urgency and panic.

• A sense of calm.

• A feeling of joy.

• A feeling of indifference.

What can be a teacher in understanding and addressing bias?

• Ignoring the bias.

• Discomfort from wince moments.

• Avoiding different people.

• Comfortable moments.

What is the first step in learning from uncomfortable interactions?

• Acknowledging the discomfort.

• Denying the interaction happened.

• Blaming the other person.

• Ignoring the interaction.

Why is it important to embrace the fact that everyone has biases?

• To feel superior to others.

• To ignore the biases.

• To prevent making the same mistakes.

• To make the same mistakes again.

What is the role of a psychologist in addressing bias?

• To punish people for their biases.

• To ignore people's biases.

• To believe the best in people.

• To believe the worst in people.

What can ignoring one's own biases lead to?

• A dangerous weapon in society.

• More understanding.

• A safer society.

• Better relationships.