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: It's not your fault that you have stereotypes—they likely developed in the context of society and social networks that you largely had no control over in your early years. Educate yourself. Make an ongoing commitment to educate yourself on the different types of bias and racism. Pay attention to the stereotypes you see in the media. Becoming more aware of them will open your eyes to how often these beliefs are reinforced. This said, it's also important to take breaks as constant exposure to stereotypes in the news and on social media can be harmful. Breakdown your stereotypes. Monitor the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that reinforce your beliefs, and choose to look for the truth about people. Work to reduce the stereotypes you portray to others. Be conscious of the posts you make on social media and the conversations you hold with others.