What Is a Self-Fulfilling Prophecy? Give an Example from Research

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Essay

What is a self-fulfilling prophecy? Give an example from research demonstrating some of the effects of this phenomenon.

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Definitions:

Jobs

Refers to the roles or positions that individuals hold in an organization, involving specific responsibilities and tasks.

Impersonal

Lacking warmth or personality; not influenced by, showing, or involving personal feelings.

Group Values

Shared beliefs or standards that guide the behaviors and decisions of a collective or group.

Outnumbered

Being in a situation where one group or individual is significantly less in number compared to another group or individuals.