Research on stereotype threat suggests that underperformance by African Americans in academic settings may be due to

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Stereotype threat refers to the risk of confirming negative stereotypes about one's group. This can cause stress and anxiety, leading to underperformance. Research has shown that when individuals are aware of a negative stereotype about their group related to a specific task, their performance on that task can suffer. This is not due to the actual abilities of the individuals but rather the pressure and stress of potentially confirming the stereotype.

Research on Stereotype Threat Suggests That Underperformance by African Americans