APS
2023 APS Annual Convention · 2023
Attitudes Towards Immigration: Does Age Play a Role in Prejudicial Attitudes
- Madison Moyer
Misericordia University - Abigail James
- Madison Koons
- Alicia Nordstrom
Misericordia University
Abstract
This study explored how prejudice towards immigrants differs across age and developmental periods. 164 participants ages 18-67 completed an anonymous, online survey on immigrant attitudes. College-age students held stronger prejudices towards immigrants compared to younger, middle and older adults, a finding that adds to the currently polarized literature.
Racism and Discrimination