Stereotyped

Stereotyped refers to the process of attributing a fixed, over generalized belief to a particular category of people. It is a form of social categorization that impacts the way individuals perceive and interact with others. Stereotyping can be based on a range of factors such as race, age, gender, religion, nationality, and occupation.

Definition

A stereotype is a widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing. It is often a result of incomplete or distorted information accepted as fact without question. Stereotypes can be positive, negative, or neutral, but they are often used to justify certain discriminatory behaviors and prejudices.

Origins

The term stereotype originated from the Greek words "stereos" meaning firm, solid and "typos" meaning impression. It was first used in the field of printing to refer to a process where a whole page of type is cast in a single mold so that a printing plate can be made from it. The term was later adopted in psychology to describe a fixed, over generalized belief about a particular group or class of people.

Effects

Stereotypes can have a significant impact on social behavior. They can lead to prejudice and discrimination, and can influence the way individuals perceive and interact with others. Stereotypes can also affect the self-esteem and self-worth of the individuals who are being stereotyped.

Stereotype Content Model

The Stereotype Content Model is a psychological theory that suggests that stereotypes possess two dimensions: warmth and competence. Warmth dimensions are those that reflect perceived intent, including friendliness, helpfulness, sincerity, trustworthiness and morality. Competence dimensions are those that reflect perceived ability, including intelligence, skill, creativity and efficiency.

Stereotype Threat

Stereotype threat is a situational predicament in which people are or feel themselves to be at risk of conforming to stereotypes about their social group. It is a form of self-fulfilling prophecy that can lead to decreased performance and a confirmation of the stereotype.

See Also

• Prejudice
• Discrimination
• Social categorization
• Stereotype Content Model
• Stereotype Threat

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