Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Prejudice's effect refers to the impact or influence that prejudice has on interpersonal relationships. This includes how prejudice can shape attitudes, behaviors, and interactions between individuals.
Related terms
Stereotype threat: It is the fear or anxiety that individuals from stigmatized groups experience when they believe they may confirm negative stereotypes about their group.
Implicit bias: Unconscious attitudes or stereotypes that affect our understanding, actions, and decisions towards certain groups of people.