Stereotype threat is the self-fulfilling prophecy in which knowledge of stereotypes leads to anxiety and reduced performance.

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Stereotype threat occurs when individuals are aware of a stereotype about their group suggesting they will perform poorly on a task, leading to anxiety and concern about confirming the stereotype, which can result in decreased performance on that task.

Stereotype Threat Is the Self-Fulfilling Prophecy in Which Knowledge of Stereotypes