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Talking to Children and Teens After a School Shooting
How to Protect Your Family from Horrific News Images – and Still Stay Informed
The Russian invasion of Ukraine is a bitter reminder that there is no end to the horrific suffering that humans are sometimes willing to inflict on others.
Mind the Gap: Worsening Black Maternal Mental Health Outcomes During the Pandemic
Pregnancy and childbirth can be a joyous time in a woman’s life but can also be a challenging one. Besides the physical changes that occur during pregnancy and postpartum, about 20% of women may experience mental health challenges.
How Black Women are Harnessing the Power of Racial Identity in the Face of Racism
Join the Conversation: The ADAA Conference, Social Media and You!
ADAA’s conferences are incredible, offering unparalleled learning, networking, and engagement opportunities. However, for many attendees – both new and seasoned – the constant hustle can be overwhelming.
What Now? Dealing with the Emotional Aftermath of the Verdict
One year ago, the world tuned in to see a man being murdered by a uniformed police officer while onlookers pleaded for mercy. George Floyd’s death led to numerous protests all over the world against police brutality and systemic racism experienced by Black and Brown communities.
Antiracist Parenting is a Journey Not a Destination.
Parenting is an increasingly complex job. It’s layered with important responsibilities one of which is raising anti-racist children. In addition to being a Registered Psychologist, I am also a parent, a white parent, who wonders what I can do to engage with this important work.
Antiracist Parenting is a Journey Not a Destination
Parenting is an increasingly complex job. It’s layered with important responsibilities one of which is raising anti-racist children. In addition to being a Registered Psychologist, I am also a parent, a white parent, who wonders what I can do to engage with this important work.
A To-Do List for White Psychologists (and other Anti-Racist Allies) in 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent increased awareness of systemic racism have left me, a white psychologist, at a loss for words. I wanted to write a post for other anti-racist allies who are also struggling to voice and act in increasingly anti-racist ways both personally and professionally.
Persistent Trauma of Systemic Racial Inequities and the Perils of COVID-19
Racial and related inequities have immensely traumatized Black and Brown citizens of the United States for centuries.
Hidden Inequalities: COVID-19’s Impact on our Mental Health Workforce
In an already challenged, and often under-resourced mental health care system, the COVID-19 pandemic has led to an increase in mental health needs across the globe1,2.
Responding to Discrimination Against Individuals with Disabilities and Medical Conditions During the COVID-19 Outbreak
Major crises raise people’s concern for personal safety and heighten anxiety. One effect of this heightened anxiety is that it can intensify bias and discrimination as we start focusing our attention on our own well-being.