1,500 Black American adolescents in a UGA study link internalized racism to anxiety and depression, evidenced by amygdala reactions.
A UGA study reveals that Black children internalize racism, causing anxiety and depression. The study followed 1,500 Black American adolescents over three years, analyzing survey responses and brain imaging to assess the amygdala's reaction to conditions simulating racial discrimination. The deactivation of the amygdala, which regulates emotions and detects threats, may indicate emotional avoidance and can lead to less aggression but higher anxiety and depression rates.
June 12, 2024
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