Stereotype threat

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Stereotype threat

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Stereotype threat refers to the concept that being aware of negative stereotypes about one's social group can lead to anxiety and decreased performance on tasks relevant to the stereotype. This phenomenon has been observed to be particularly problematic for minority youth in intelligence tests, as they may be influenced by the stereotype that their group is inherently less intelligent. While it is possible that stereotype threat could impact other groups, such as middle-class male students, the research has primarily focused on minority individuals.

Stereotype Threat