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Dr. Ashaunta Anderson
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and researcher studying racial socialization, cultural pride reinforcement, and the impacts of racism and discrimination on child health and development.
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Jun 27, 2024
• 32min
The Science Sessions: Cultural Pride and Children's Health
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Dr. Ashaunta Anderson, an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and a researcher on cultural pride and child health, dives into the profound impacts of racism on children's well-being. She explains how racial socialization shapes children’s understanding of race and emphasizes the importance of cultural pride as a protective factor against negative experiences. By promoting practices like reading culturally-themed books, families can foster positive identities and improve mental health outcomes. Anderson also highlights the urgent need for future research linking these concepts to physical health.
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