New Study:

A recent study conducted by Standford researchers found an interesting correlation between negative group affiliation and "anti-social behaviour" or social deviance. This study found that those who were part of a group (race, gender, social identity, etc.) were treated with disrespected were more likely to be deviant toward their society. This research also looked at the psychological roots connected to social deviation. The researchers looked at the root of this behaviour and why it is tied to negative group affiliation.

One researcher by the name of Peter Belmi stated, ""When people feel that they are being viewed negatively by others simply because they belong to a particular gender, race or other group membership, they come away with the impression that others do not treat them respectfully, which in turn makes them more likely to engage in social deviance."

An example of this negative judgment would be a black American student being concerned or worried that they were being judged about their abilities in work, school, etc. Another example would be women who are concerned that employers wouldn't see them being suitable enough for a job, traditionally held by men.