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2 years ago

New research reveals diverse forms of animalized dehumanization in society.

Current Opinion in Behavioral Sciences
Animals are diverse: distinct forms of animalized dehumanization
Verónica Sevillano, Susan T. Fiske

Paper Summary

The article explores how people see animals differently based on their species. It shows that animals are given different qualities like being warm, friendly, or harmful, and are judged on their abilities, appearance, emotions, needs, and whether they are domestic or wild.

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