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Mahzarin Banaji, Anthony Greenwald

Blindspot: Hidden Biases of Good People

Mahzarin Banaji, Anthony GreenwaldNonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2013

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Mahzarin Banaji, Anthony Greenwald

Blindspot

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Blindspot: Hidden Biases of Good People by Mahzarin Banaji and Anthony Greenwald explores the concept of hidden biases, or "mindbugs," that reside in our unconscious mind and unconsciously influence our actions and behaviors, often in conflict with our conscious beliefs. The book discusses the Implicit Association Test (IAT) as a measure of these biases and presents research demonstrating their impact on discrimination. It delves into stereotypes and their societal consequences, particularly the subtle and covert forms of discrimination rooted in implicit biases, and concludes by examining potential methods for mitigating these biases. Sensitive topics such as racial discrimination and exclusion are discussed in the book.

Informative

Contemplative

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.1

9,189 ratings

69%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Blindspot by Mahzarin Banaji and Anthony Greenwald explores hidden biases through engaging narratives and accessible science. Praised for its thought-provoking insights and practical relevance, some critique its redundancy and lack of depth in exploring solutions. Essential for readers interested in the psychology of prejudice.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Blindspot?

Readers who enjoy Blindspot by Mahzarin Banaji and Anthony Greenwald are likely interested in psychology, social behavior, and implicit biases. Fans of Malcolm Gladwell's Outliers or Daniel Kahneman's Thinking, Fast and Slow will appreciate its insightful exploration of the unconscious mind and societal impacts.

4.1

9,189 ratings

69%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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