What is Islamophobia and its effects on the Western society?

Islamophobia is irrational fear of, aversion to or discrimination against Islam or people who practice Islam (Merriam-Webster).

Dislike of or prejudice against Islam or Muslims especially as a political form. (Oxforddictionaries).

Effects on the Western society: out of this fear a lots of prejudices arouses in people when dealing with Islam or Muslims. People tend to generalize things: if there are many Islamic terrorists, then all Muslims are bad not knowing that Islam is religion of peace and love, like any other. Consequences are social isolation of Muslims, reduction of its civil rights, the social stigma of unwanted people, discrimination against Muslim individuals and communities. It can bring political radicalization of countries where the Muslim minority is large. Refusing to accept Muslim migrants into county is also effect of Islamophobia.

Muslims are often depicted in TV movies and series as terrorists which helps in spreading fear and prejudices. That stigma forces Muslims to deal with questions like does your husband beat you, or are you a terrorist and to justify themselves to complete strangers.