The Danger in Stereotypes

Claude Steele, social psychologist and author of Whistling Vivaldi: And Other Clues to How Stereotypes Affect Us, explains why what's called "stereotype threat" can affect psychological and emotional health, even absent blatant discrimination.

Do you find yourself changing your behavior to avoid confirming a negative stereotype about your race, class, gender, age, etc...? How does 'stereotype threat' manifest in your experience? Tell us about it!