> [!infobox] <s class="aside-in"><em>mentioned in 1 topic, 4 evergreens, 2 sources</em></s> #### <s class="topic-title">[[stereotype threat]]</s> A [[stereotype threat]] is when a person is concerned a negative stereotype affecting their treatment in a situation. This can lead to lower performance and higher stress. There are two psychological processes that underlie stereotype threat: 1. *Underperformance due to extra pressure*: The extra pressure of disproving a stereotype and avoid conflict leads to a lower [[working memory]] 2. *Underperformance due to threats of self-integrity and belonging*: If a person's [[self-worth]] or sense of belonging is threatened by a situation will protect themself by setting lower goals, withdrawing from the situation, or having less motivation. [^1] **See**:: [[racism]], [[Psychology]], [[stereotype]] #### Related - [[Insecure material conditions increase cognitive load and reduce outcomes]] [^1]: [[textbook - Hyde&Elsequest_pyschology of women and gender]]