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two examples of social information processing (SIP) theory
schemas + stereotypes
schema
mental frameworks that help people understand + interpret social interactions
two basic stages of schemas
identification + application
stages of social information processing
selective encoding, selective retrieval, interpretation
book-keeping model
updates as it gets new bits of information
conversion model
disconfirming info accumulates until a critical mass is reached
subtyping model
changing configuration in response to certain instances by formation of subcategories
features used as a basis for categorisation
vividness, saliency, accessibility
stereotype
an often unfair and untrue generalised belief that people share about certain people or groups
the kernel of truth hypothesis
sometimes stereotypes contain a small element of the truth that accurately describes a quality of the stereotyped group
stereotype threat
situational phenomenon where members of a negatively stereotyped group underperform in the domain where the stereotype pertains
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