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It is also noted that religious discrimination can be both overt and covert. Overt discrimination is a more obvious form of discrimination, such as name -- calling and physical intimidation ( Perceived Religious Discrimination and its Relationship to Anxiety and Paranoia among Muslim Americans). Covert discrimination is often more insidious and psychologically harmful in that it is suggested by innuendo and veiled remarks that are often less able to be attacked or defended against.
It is also claimed that continued stress as a result of discrimination can lead to mental health problems such as depression and anxiety. However, there is a paucity of research in this area; for instance, "Although the effects of discrimination and hate crimes among various minority member's mental health is documented, no research to date examines the correlates of perceived discrimination among Muslim Americans" (Perceived Religious Discrimination and its Relationship to Anxiety and Paranoia among Muslim Americans).
Of course, the effects of this form of discrimination also refer to the fact that individuals may not be employed or be promoted as a result prejudice based on their religious ties and affiliations. There are a number of avenues that the person who is discriminated against can take. For instance, if an individual feels that an employer, or any other institution or organization has discriminated against them, they can refer the issue to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
Conclusion
The reality of religious discrimination in the workplace is one that has been continually present in American and world history. However, the right to religious freedom and...
There is no doubt that discrimination on religious grounds is unacceptable to the moral, social and cultural norms and ethics of this country.
Despite this fact there are still reports of many cases of this form of prejudice in the workplace. As a result in recent years there has been an increased awareness of this problem which has been followed by the appropriate legislation. It is hoped that this form of discrimination will become much less evident in the future.
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DISCRIMINATION BASED ON RELIGION. Retrieved from http://www.oregon.gov/BOLI/CRD/C_Religion.shtml.
Discrimination- Introduction. Retrieved from http://www.compactlaw.co.uk/monster/empf28.html
Discrimination: Religion. Retrieved from http://www.aflcio.org/issues/jobseconomy/workersrights/rightsatwork_e/disc_religion.cfm
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