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  • Psychology
  • Social Psychology
  • Intergroup Relations

Background:

  • Humanity is a core social category, yet individuals often disregard or strip away the humanity of others.
  • This process of dehumanization marks individuals as 'other' and 'less than,' contributing to negative intergroup dynamics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review evidence on the mechanisms and prevalence of subtle and overt dehumanization.
  • To highlight research on the experience of being dehumanized and interventions to mitigate it.
  • To address conceptual boundaries and challenges to the role of dehumanization in intergroup violence.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of existing psychological and social science research.
  • Analysis of new research on overt dehumanization and its link to intergroup hostility.
  • Discussion of conceptual frameworks and empirical findings related to dehumanization.

Main Results:

  • Growing evidence demonstrates both subtle and overt forms of dehumanization.
  • Overt dehumanization, likening groups to animals, is linked to increased intergroup hostility.
  • Research is advancing in understanding the subjective experience of dehumanization and developing mitigation strategies.

Conclusions:

  • Dehumanization is a significant psychological process with profound implications for intergroup relations.
  • Further research is needed to fully understand and combat dehumanization and its role in violence.
  • Developing effective interventions to promote empathy and recognize shared humanity is essential.