Why this is harmful: A costume like this can be seen as an attempt to make light of someone's serious condition or situation without appreciating how difficult it really is.

Why this is harmful: Scholar Susan Scafidi explained that costumes representing someone's culture can be disrespectful.

Why this is harmful: Dressing up as a revered and worshipped spiritual figure or follower of a faith can be seen as disrespectful to those who practice that religion.

Why this is harmful: Dressing up as an awful historical figure can promote the actions of someone who hurt many people or groups