Describe Three Mechanisms That Help Explain Why Stereotypes Persist Even

question 48

Essay

Describe three mechanisms that help explain why stereotypes persist even when people are presented with stereotype-inconsistent information.

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Definitions:

Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the breast, one of the most common cancers affecting women worldwide.

Secondary Appraisals

Secondary appraisals involve the evaluation of one's ability to cope with the consequences of an event after it has been recognized as a threat or challenge.

Problem-focused Coping

A strategy to deal with stress by tackling the source of the problem, rather than merely dealing with its symptoms.

Stressor

Any event, situation, or stimulus that causes stress or a physical and psychological response.