Stereotype threat refers to the risk of confirming negative stereotypes about one’s racial, ethnic, gender, or cultural group. This phenomenon can lead to heightened stress, anxiety, and cognitive ...

A new series of studies from University of Wisconsin researchers found some reasons why stereotypes can be hard to get rid of despite having no supporting evidence. In the series, UW researcher in the ...

Stereotypes are widespread but fixed ideas about specific groups of people. If the stereotype is negative, research suggests, it may lead us to consciously or subconsciously avoid or limit contact ...

How can modern parents raise the next generation to be free from corrosive gender and racial stereotypes? By the time children start elementary school, gender and race shape their lives in many ways ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark C. Perna is a generational expert who covers education & careers. Gen Z has spent most of their lives so far dogged by ...