Types of Microaggressions
Now that we have a better understanding of what microaggressions are and how they can be categorized, it’s important to get a better understanding of the subtypes that fall within the broad heading of microaggressions.
Think of the following scenario:
Person #1: But why is it important to understand the different types of microaggressions? Shouldn’t I just know already that any inappropriate behaviour should be avoided?
Person #2: Of course! However, it is important to understand how wide a variety of microaggressions exist. By learning about these subtypes, we can help avoid harmful actions that you may not even know are microaggressions at first glance.
Microaggressions are categorized into several distinct types, each characterized by varying levels of intentionality and awareness. Let’s learn more about these now!
Now that we have explored the different subcategories of microaggressions, let’s put this knowledge to the test! Go through the following questions to check your knowledge:
