Experiencing Racism May Physically Change Your Brain
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The Weight of Microaggressions
This chapter explores the psychological impacts of microaggressions and discrimination on emotional regulation, illustrating how chronic stress affects brain health. It discusses the concept of 'weathering' and its physiological consequences, linking prolonged exposure to stress with heightened health risks, particularly in marginalized communities. The chapter also examines the disparities in brain changes due to structural inequalities and the evolution of research on racism within the scientific discourse.
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