Arie Nadler (1998). Stephen Roth Institute for the Study of Contemporary Antisemitism and Racism.

Adopting a Social Psychology perspective, the author considers the general causes of stereotypes and prejudice in society. In particular, he considers some of the explanations for the appearance and persistence of antisemitic stereotypes and discrimination. The relevance of group competition over resources, protection of self-esteem, scapegoating and authoritarian personality theories are all considered.

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