Journal Article
A psychological effect of stereotypes
Abstract: We dont normally think of highly successful people as likely to suffer due to psychological pressure or stereotyping. But according to social psychologists, it is those most invested in their achievement who are most likely to fall prey to a kind of unconscious behavior known as stereotype threat.
Keywords: Discrimination in employment; Sex discrimination against women; Stereotype (Psychology);
Status: Published in Reaching the top: challenges and opportunities for women leaders
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Provider: Federal Reserve Bank of Boston
Part of Series: Regional Review
Publication Date: 2005
Issue: Q 1
Pages: 40-41