Checking a box on a form to indicate your race or ethnicity is sufficient to arouse stereotype threat.

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Stereotype threat can be triggered by simply asking someone to indicate their race or ethnicity on a form or survey. This is because the act of identifying one's race or ethnicity can activate stereotypes and negative beliefs about that group, leading to increased anxiety and decreased performance in academic or other settings.

Checking a Box on a Form to Indicate Your Race