"Biased language frequently occurs with gender, but can also often groups of people based on sexual orientation, ethnicity, political interest, or race."
"Stereotyped language is any that assumes a stereotype about a group of people. For example, don't assume a common stereotype about blonde women..."
The APA emphasizes the need to talk about humans with respect and inclusivity which includes using language that is free from bias. The link above gives examples of bias-free language, historical context, gender principles for reducing bias, etc.
Individual of Any Age:
12 to 17 Years of Age:
18 Years of Age or Older:
Person-first Language:
Bias-free Terms:
Knowing the difference between "Gender" and "Sex". Gender refers to attitudes, feelings and behaviors that a person has towards what society associates with a person's biological sex. Gender is a social construct and a social identity.
Bias-free Terms:
Examples of terms for sexual orientation:
Race: Refers to the physical differences between groups and cultures considered socially significant.
Ethnicity: Refers to shared cultural characteristics such as language, ancestry, practices and beliefs.
Terms for specific groups:
