reverse discrimination

a term sometimes used to denote advantageous or preferential treatment of a historically disfavored or minority group over a generally favored or majority group, as when twice as many women as men are promoted to management positions. The concept of reverse discrimination is controversial, especially in the context of affirmative action and similar policies. Also called positive discrimination. See equal opportunity. See also discrimination.

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Psychology term of the day

October 15th 2024

decompensation

n. a breakdown in an individual’s defense mechanisms, resulting in progressive loss of normal functioning or worsening of psychiatric symptoms.