APA Launches Video on Race-Related Stress
First in series bringing psychological science to dialogues on race
WASHINGTON — The American Psychological Association has produced a video entitled “Racism in America” aimed at promoting dialogue on the complex issues associated with race-related stress.
“As experts on human behavior, psychologists have a unique perspective that can inform a critical analysis of race relations, leading to discussions that promote critical thinking, broaden one’s perspective and increase empathy,” said Tiffany G. Townsend, PhD, senior director of APA’s Office of Ethnic Minority Affairs. “Healthy dialogue is necessary to face and eventually bridge the nation’s racial divide.”
“Racism in America” is the first in a series of videos under the rubric Facing the Divide. The series aims to bring psychological science into conversations regarding the connections among race, racism and health. Future videos will focus on police-community interactions, microaggressions and the impact of race-related stress on children.
