Making older adults conscious about their age during a memory test is likely to trigger the condition known as _____________ in which their performance actually becomes worse.

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Stereotype threat refers to the negative impact of societal stereotypes on individuals' performance. In the case of older adults, if they are reminded of their age during a memory test, they may perceive themselves as being at a cognitive disadvantage and become anxious, consequently performing worse than they would have if the stereotype had not been activated.

Making Older Adults Conscious About Their Age During a Memory