When Stereotypes Flourish: A Research on the Multifaceted Impact of Stereotypes on Adolescents’ Daily Behaviors
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https://doi.org/10.61173/bmr1pb54Keywords:
Stereotypes, illusory correlation, behaviors, adolescents, healthAbstract
With modern society progressing in all areas, human beings care more about equity and objectivity.The stereotype is a hot concept that triggers a lot of attention.Though typical discrimination based on race and gender is gradually turning out well, teen stereotypes are often unconsciously displayed by adults. Biases and stereotypes are unavoidable nowadays since people tend to form unconscious ones. This paper provides basic concepts of stereotypes, common types of stereotypes about teenagers, and causes of stereotypes such as education. By reviewing relevant studies and explaining specific psychological theories, including illusory correlation and self-fulfilling prophecy, the causes and effects of stereotypes are discussed. This research aims to analyze the potential risks and interventions of stereotypes targeting teenagers since it is a serious problem that can be extremely detrimental on adolescents’ development. Parents, educators, social media platforms, and communities should all work together to provide a comfortable environment for teenagers to counteract the negative effects brought by stereotypes such as mental illness and poor friend relationships.References
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