The self-fulfilling prophecy only occurs when perceivers are aware of the expectations they hold about another person.

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The self-fulfilling prophecy can occur even when perceivers are not consciously aware of their expectations or biases towards a person. These unconscious expectations can still influence their behavior towards the person, leading the person to behave in a way that confirms the initial expectation.

The Self-Fulfilling Prophecy Only Occurs When Perceivers Are Aware of the Expectations