“…At the other extreme of the emotional continuum, this image may result in a general avoidance or discomfort with displays of strong affect (Greene, 1990). For example as authority figures, Black women are frequently stereotyped as "pushy" and "hostile" by subordinates and efforts to be assertive are often perceived as aggressive (Garrison & Jenkins, 1986;Griffin, 1986). Consequently when this image is internalized, Black women may assume responsibility for the discomfort and fear of others (Greene, 1994ft) or modify their behavior in an attempt to appear nonthreat-ening when interacting with other ethnic groups (Lineberger & Calhoun, 1983).…”