Racism & Mental Health
Constant exposure to discrimination and prejudice can create this type of stress.
What is racial stress?
In 2020, this global movement gained momentum, shedding light on systemic racism and its impact on black mental health.
What is the Black Lives Matter Movement
Talking to a trusted adult when you feel overwhelmed is an example of this.
What is seeking support?
Internalizing society’s negative messages about your race can negatively affect self-esteem; this is called?
What is internalized racism?
What percent of US Psychologists are black?
What is 2%
Deep breathing, journaling, and prayer/meditation can help reduce this.
What is stress?
Name three signs/symptoms of depression
What are appetite changes, anxiety, fatigue, alcohol and drug use, trouble sleeping, weight loss, thoughts of suicide, irritability and sadness
Mental and physical exhaustion caused by prolonged exposure to racism is called this.
What is racial battle fatigue?
This skill helps you recognize, express, and manage feelings.
What is emotional intelligence?
Studies show that teens who experience discrimination are more likely to develop these mental health conditions.
What are depression and anxiety?
This word means the ability to bounce back from hard situations.
What is resilience?
When entire communities are impacted by systemic oppression, this type of trauma may develop over generations.
What is collective trauma?
This mental health practice focuses on being aware of the present moment.
What is mindfulness?