Speaking of Psychology How to combat microaggressions, with Derald Wing Sue, PhD
Aug 30, 2023
Dr. Derald Wing Sue, PhD discusses the impact of microaggressions on mental and physical health. He explores the definition and types of microaggressions and provides strategies for combatting them, including micro interventions and seeking outside support. The chapter also delves into the challenges of addressing race for white individuals and reflects on societal progress and underlying fears.
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Microaggressions Exist On A Consciousness Continuum
- Microaggressions range from conscious slurs to subtle, unintentional insults and invalidations rooted in worldview assumptions.
- The least conscious microaggressions often cause the most harm because targets must question intent and their own reactions.
Cumulative Harm From Daily Microaggressions
- Microaggressions are constant and cumulative across a person's life, not isolated rude incidents.
- Repetition reinforces second-class status and resurrects historical traumas, harming mental and physical health.
Train To Use Micro-Interventions Quickly
- Learn and practice micro-interventions so responses become immediate and effective when microaggressions occur.
- These strategies serve targets, allies, and bystanders to disarm and dismantle microaggressions in the moment.