Reducing the effects of stereotype threats

A stereotype threat is defined as the fear or anxiety that an individual can experience when they’re confronted with confirming a negative stereotype about their group. (Schneider, et al, 2012) When this anxiety is experienced in an academic setting it can cripple a...

Teacher and Peer Influence on Academic Performance

Peer and teacher influence are key components in successfully completing school. It is no wonder then, that discrimination and stereotyping from a teacher or fellow classmate may be detrimental to one’s education. Schneider, Gruman and Coutts (2012) outlined the...

Effects of School Shootings

Jonesboro, Littleton, West Paducah, Springfield, and Newtown are just a few of the locations that have fallen victim to the tragedy of school shootings. Less than 1% of youth homicides take place in a school setting (Daniels, Bradley, & Hays, 2007). However, one...

The Search for Flight 370: Turning off the Television

Amid the outpouring speculation and leads, I have come to realize that we should all do our best to disregard the flood of information regarding Flight 370. Don’t get me wrong; I am a highly curious individual that likes to find a solution for every mystery. However,...