One form of a self-fulfilling prophecy is called a stereotype __________,where people who are aware of a negative stereotype directed against them might perform down to the level of expectation that they believe exists about them.

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Stereotype threat refers to the risk of confirming negative stereotypes about an individual's racial, ethnic, gender, or cultural group. This can lead to anxiety and reduced performance, which in turn can actually cause the individual to perform in a manner that confirms the stereotype.

One Form of a Self-Fulfilling Prophecy Is Called a Stereotype