When someone is cognitively perceived as lacking positive human qualities but as retaining negative, animalistic qualities such as aggression they are what

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When someone is perceived as lacking positive human qualities but as retaining negative animalistic qualities such as aggression, they are being dehumanized. This can lead to justifying mistreatment or violence towards the person, as they are no longer seen as fully human.

When Someone Is Cognitively Perceived as Lacking Positive Human Qualities