Why Do You Think Stereotypes Are True? | Decoded | MTV News

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Most people realize that it is wrong to stereotype. But some of these generalizations are so ingrained in our minds through social conditioning that it can be difficult to avoid. You might even start to think they are true! Follow along with Francesca as she breaks down the causes and consequences of stereotyping in this week’s episode of Decoded.

Sources:

The Use of Media in Conditioning the Masses
http://freedomoutpost.com/2015/08/the...

What Is a Confirmation Bias?
http://psychology.about.com/od/cognit...

Stereotype Threat: An Overview
http://diversity.arizona.edu/sites/di...

The ‘Self-Fulfilling Prophecy’ of Stereotyping Asian American Students
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/m...

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