Table 2 Proportions of perceived discrimination and reasons

Perceived discrimination

Treated with less courtesy or respect.

12.1

Poorer service at restaurants or stores.

6.7

People act as if they think you are not smart.

8.1

People act as if they are afraid of you.

5.1

You are threatened or harassed.

6.4

Poorer medical services or treatment.

5.9

Number of perceived discriminations

0

82.7

1–2

10.7

3–6

6.6

Reasons of discrimination

Age

8.3

Financial

7.1

Caste

2.2

Gender

1.6

Physical appearance

1.1

Religion

0.9

Physical disability

0.7

Body weight

0.3

Other

1.5