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Xenophobia
Xenophobia is the extreme fear or dislike of foreign customs, people or products. This fear can often lead to radical actions such as those taken during the Holocaust. Questions about the treatment, effects, history and the people effected by this fear should be placed here.
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What are the disadvantages of xenophobia?
In my opinion because i am so close to my family, families being broken up is a big danger because parents may be killed leaving children orphaned. orphanages may become overcrowed and not be able to support all the children
xenophobia (plural xenophobias) # An exaggerated or abnormal fear of strangers or foreigners. # A strong antipathy or aversion to strangers or foreigners. Stopping a psychological 'fear' or 'antipathy' can be accomplished. Wether alone or with a Certified Psychologist the path is not short. One would have to actively seek out 'that which one fears' in order to face it and deal with the rational side of said occurance. One primary step in the treatment of this phobia is to find the root cause. The five questions one would have to answer to oneself are: Who?, What?, When?, Where?and Why? Examples: Who? Who made me feel this? What? What were the circumstances? When? When did I start feeling this way? Where? Where was I when this started? Why? Why did I feel this way?
or.... aquire more friends
How can you help stop xenophobia in your community?
It's a difficult question to respond to because xenophobia is essentially beneath the surface of 'la quotidienne'. Each country has different xenophobic roots, but generally these views are catalysed by an influx of immigrants.
Many politicians have linked changes in the economy with an increase in prejudices and xenophobia. In simple terms, an expansive industry and economy will draw immigrants to the cities of MEDC's, whereas during times of hardship and declining prosperity, immigrants are often targeted as the cause of these problems, particularly in the case of racial conflict over employment.
In respect to preventing xenophobia, there is a limited number of solutions. (1) Government policies to impose fines or sentences to individuals involved in xenophobic activity has been discussed amongst anti-racism groups. However, it is impractical to assess and convict people of their behaviour as it directly contradicts freedom of expression. (2) Government groups and campaigns are already in place to try and prevent xenophobia and allow easier assimilation.
What is the fear of having your picture taken?
I only found out that photoaugliaphobia is the fear of glaring lights and photophobia is the normal fear of light. Perhaps the flash light is what causing this people to fear having their photo taken? *shrugs*
How do you help my son who is afraid of germs?
tell him its ok theres nothing to be afraid of just wear a mask and the germs will go away
How can drama raise awareness?
To raise awareness is usually the first step in advocacy implementations. Integrating drama in a presentation to increase or advocate awareness of a particular subject area would be effective in such a way that it appeals to the emotional side of the human person. When emotions are triggered, such as that evoked by drama, a lasting image and/or idea is sent to the audience. This idea will be their topic with friends, colleagues and family, thus accomplishing the goal of first step in advocacy called "awareness."
Explain what is xenophobia and where is it happening?
Xenophobia is a morbid fear of something that is unknown or different from oneself. This is usually taken to mean someone of foreign (to you) extraction, or of a different appearance. It has no national boundaries and can and is happening all over the world.
noun 1. fear or hatred of foreigners, people from different cultures, or strangers: Xenophobia and nationalism can be seen as a reaction to the rise of globalization.
2. fear or dislike of the customs, dress, etc., of people who are culturally different from oneself: Learning a foreign language can help to overcome xenophobia.
