Center for Neuroscience and Behavior
Center for Neuroscience and Behavior
Dealing with the Brain Effects of Racism
Dealing with the Brain Effects of Racism
Dealing with the Brain Effects of Racism
Monday 3rd July 2023
Join Dr. Linda McGhee on 'Lobes and Robes' as she explores the impact of racial trauma and shares strategies for healing and fostering inclusivity.
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Episode Overview
- Dr. Linda McGhee sheds light on the psychological impact of racial trauma and discrimination
- The episode explores the challenges faced by adolescents and young adults, particularly in the aftermath of a global pandemic and amidst social and political unrest
- Dr. McGhee emphasises the importance of acknowledging and normalising the impact of racial trauma on individuals
- She highlights the need for systemic change and the barriers to entry in the field of clinical psychology
- Dr. McGhee urges academics to reflect on and address these challenges, emphasizing the significance of small and large acts of agency in combating racial trauma
So I hear you saying it's sort of the acts that one commits to in one's everyday life, which can be small assertions of agency and fighting back to bigger ones. But there's a whole sort of spectrum of things that are, and different things are comfortable to different people, but part of the treatment and part of, you know, this is another thing I like about what you're saying. There's just so much to be so pessimistic about and depressed about as we think about all this, but what you're saying now, it's a light.
Racial trauma leaves deep scars, and in this episode of 'Lobes and Robes', Dr. Linda McGhee dives into the psychological toll of discrimination. With her extensive background in clinical psychology, Dr. McGhee unpacks how racial trauma affects not just those targeted, but also bystanders and even perpetrators. She shares her journey, her current work, and her innovative liberation-based trauma treatment methods.
The conversation touches on the unique challenges adolescents and young adults face, especially in the wake of the pandemic and ongoing social unrest. Dr. McGhee doesn't just stop at identifying problems; she offers practical strategies for coping and healing, while also calling for systemic changes in academic and professional settings to foster inclusivity. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the complex layers of racial trauma and the steps we can take towards a more equitable society.