The Truth About Your Hidden Biases | IAT Explained

Today we’re talking about a topic that affects us all, whether we like it or not: bias. Did you know that each of us - yes, you and I included - have unconscious biases? In this video, I’ll explain what lies behind them, how these biases form, and how you can uncover your own biases using a simple test called the Implicit Association Test (IAT).
Chapters:
Why none of us is free from bias (0:20 - 1:51)
Unconscious biases, also known as "implicit biases," are beliefs or associations we often carry in our minds without realizing it. Everyone has these biases because they are shaped by our experiences, the media, and our environment.
Is there a way to make these unconscious biases visible? (1:51 - 2:20)
The Implicit Association Test (IAT) is a psychological tool designed to make our unconscious biases visible.
How does the Implicit Association Test (IAT) work? (2:20 - 2:54)
The test shows you terms or images that you must associate with categories as quickly as possible. For example, you might be shown a picture of a woman and asked to associate it with "career" or "family." The speed of your response reveals whether you have unconscious biases.
What types of biases can the IAT uncover? (2:54 - 3:29)
There are now tests for a wide range of topics, such as race, gender, or disability.
Where can I take the IAT? (3:29 - 4:15)
You can easily take the IAT online, for example, on Harvard's website (link below). The results will give you an idea of the biases you might have - and sometimes, the findings can be pretty surprising.
Why it’s helpful to take the IAT (4:15 - 5:07)
Getting rid of biases isn’t easy, but the first step is recognizing these blind spots. That’s why taking tests like the IAT can be helpful.
What can I do about unconscious biases? (5:07 - 5:38)
Once you become aware of your blind spots, engaging with the marginalized group in question could be beneficial. For example, if the IAT shows you have biases against people with disabilities, interacting with and learning more about these individuals could help.
My conclusion (5:38 - 6:32):
I hope this video helped you understand the topic of bias better and gave you a glimpse into your own inner world. Let me know in the comments if you’re going to take the IAT and what your experience is like! Don’t forget to like the video and subscribe to my channel so you won’t miss any more exciting content.
Link to the ENGLISH Tests:
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Link to the GERMAN Tests:
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Sources:
Q1. American Bar Association "Everyone is a bit biased":
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Q2. Dorsch Lexikon “Socialization”:
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Q3. GRIID “Gender Representation in Films":
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Q4. Wikipedia "Implicit Association Test":
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Q5. ResearchGate “Sample Screens and Stimuli of the IAT":
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Q6. Harvard IAT Test Website (Select a Test):
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Q7. Harvard IAT Test Website (Take a Test):
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Q8. Gawronski, B., & De Houwer, J. (2014).
Implicit Measures in Social and Personality Psychology.
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[@aachenone]

Sehr gut erklärt und vielen Dank. ❤ Habe dazu gelernt.

[@Kate.Bionic]

Danke, das freut mich sehr ☺️