Psychology

Sterotyping

Document Type

Book Chapter

Abstract

This entry reviews research and theory about stereotyping and its connections to mental health and well-being. We review multiple theories and perspectives that understand stereotypes as cognitive generalizations about characteristics of groups, as taught and learned explicitly and implicitly through various social influences, and as tools to justify and sustain oppression. We consider evidence about interpersonal and intrapersonal mechanisms through which stereotyping harms mental health, including stereotyping leading to discrimination, stereotype threat, and internalization of stereotypes. We also highlight theory and research on decreasing stereotyping and addressing its harms, including through intergroup contact, critical consciousness and action, and clinical interventions.

Publication Title

Encyclopedia of Mental Health, Third Edition: Volume 1-3

Publication Date

2023

Volume

3

First Page

V3-368

Last Page

V3-374

ISBN

9780323914970

DOI

10.1016/B978-0-323-91497-0.00216-2

Keywords

discrimination, internalization of stereotypes, intersectionality, media, mental health, physical health, social groups, stereotype threat, stereotypes, stereotyping, well-being

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