The article discusses the significant impact of racial discrimination on youth mental health, emphasizing that exposure to such stress can lead to anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Parents play a critical role in helping their children navigate these challenges. The author, a mother and clinical psychologist, shares insights on how children internalize experiences of racism, affecting academic performance and relationships. It highlights the vital need for understanding and addressing the mental health implications of racial adversity on young people.
As a mother, clinical psychologist, and educator, I see how racial discrimination profoundly impacts the mental health of youth.
Racial discrimination is not just an external challenge-it is an internal struggle that affects mental well-being.
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