Title: Harmful Psychological Effects of Racial Stereotyping
Headings: Harmful Psychological Effects of Racial Stereotyping
Harmful Psychological Effects of Racial Stereotyping
How Stereotypes Are Formed
Racial Subtype Stereotypes
How Your Stereotypes Impact Your Emotions
How Stereotypes Influence Your Behavior
Microagressions
Being Stereotyped Affects Decision-Making
Being Stereotyped Can Lead to Self-Stereotyping
Building Awareness

Content: They were also more likely to lack self-control and had trouble making good decisions. And they were even more likely to overindulge on unhealthy foods. Being Stereotyped Can Lead to Self-Stereotyping
Research has also found that individuals who are stereotyped may begin to act in a stereotypical fashion because they want to be more included in their group. 4 ﻿
Self-stereotyping can be a way for individuals in a certain group to band together when they feel as though they are “low status.” It may help them experience some cohesion. Consequently, negative stereotypes can become a self-fulfilling prophecy. A child who has grown up being taught that people of his race engage in illegal activity, for example, is more likely to so during his lifetime. Building Awareness
Recognizing your stereotypes and the potential damage they do is the first step in creating change. Fortunately, you can take steps to change harmful stereotypes. Have compassion for yourself.