Native American Stereotypes
There is a noticeable difference in the amount of information that discusses Native American history in formal education. Based on the presented information and definitions, why do you believe that is?
- Colonialism: The views and negative stereotypes perpetuated by colonizers have had lasting effects on the Native American population
- Negligent Education: The U.S. education system includes harmful stereotypes that celebrate colonization and shift the narrative away from the cruelty that actually occurred.
- Cultural Erasure:
How do you think the portrayal of harmful stereotypes could affect U.S.-born Latinos/x?
- Internalization of stereotypes can lead to positive or negative associations.
- Can inhibit confidence; believe Latinos are only capable of the stereotypes shared in the media
In what ways can prioritizing inclusivity in classroom and educational settings help erase these negative stereotypes?
No specific answer!
What do you think the reported percentage of Native Americans who experience mental health problems in a year is?
Why do you think that is?
7.3%
Where do Native American stereotypes come from? How do you see them reflected in society today?
1) Colonialism
2) The media
3) No specific answer
How do you think the stereotypes of all Latinos/x in the U.S. affect the attitudes between U.S.-born and undocumented immigrants in America?
- Found a superiority complex with some U.S.-born Latinos who wish to separate themselves from the harmful stereotypes portrayed in the media.
- Diminish the existence of Hispanic/Latino culture by adopting the norms of the dominant U.S. culture instead (acculturation and assimilation)
Do you have any other suggestions besides the ones we discussed? What are they? If not, expand on the ones we discussed in our presentation!
No specific answer!
What are some of the barriers to mental health treatment for these populations? Discuss why you think these barriers exist.
Poverty, geographic location, lack of awareness/education about mental health conditions, stigma, fear/embarrassment, difficulty finding a mental health provider who can understand their background, experiences, and culture
What are cultural stereotypes? Can you think of any other examples specific to Native Americans?
1) Cultural stereotypes are the assumption that all people within a culture have the same thoughts, behaviors, and actions.
2) No specific answer