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Race Related Stress Among College Students. Identity Activity. Learning Outcomes. Recognize important characteristics of race-related stress. Develop awareness and knowledge of what it means to be advocate against race-related stress.
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Learning Outcomes • Recognize important characteristics of race-related stress. • Develop awareness and knowledge of what it means to be advocate against race-related stress. • Identify coping strategies and resources available for race-related stress.
What is Race Related Stress? • Race Related Stress" refers to the psychological distress associated with experiences of racism. • Even if you were mistaken that a racism act occurred, you can still experience race related stress. • Reactions only require that a person believes that they were the victim of racism in order to experience race related stress.
Question 1 After controlling for levels of general stress, racism-related stress accounted for an additional ______ percentage of psychological distress? A. 0% (there was no difference) B. > 4% C. 4% - 8% D. 9% - 13%
Question 1 After controlling for levels of general stress, racism-related stress accounted for an additional ______ percentage of psychological distress? A. 0% (there was no difference) B. > 4% C. 4% - 8% (Chao, Mallinckrodt, & Wei, 2012) D. 9% - 13%
Question 2 Which of the following problems are associated with Perceived Racial/Ethnic Discrimination Distress (PRDD)? A. Relationships with peers, worries about dating, physical health, and sleep problems B. Academic performance-related problems, such as study skills, difficulties adjusting to the university, and time management C. Perfectionism, depression, body image concerns, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, and self-esteem issues D. All of the above
Question 2 Which of the following problems are associated with Perceived Racial/Ethnic Discrimination Distress? A. Relationships with peers, worries about dating, physical health, and sleep problems B. Academic performance-related problems, such as study skills, difficulties adjusting to the university, and time management C. Perfectionism, depression, body image concerns, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, and self-esteem issues D. All of the above (Chao, Mallinckrodt, & Wei, 2012)
Question 3 How can you prevent or help others cope with race-related stress? A. It's better to pretend that it does not exist and ignore racially insensitive comments B. Develop a positive cultural identity and be a part of a support network C. Diversify your friend group and speak out when you witness acts of injustice and intolerance. D. Both B & C
Question 3 How can you prevent or help others cope with race-related stress? A. It's better to pretend that it does not exist and ignore racially insensitive comments B. Develop a positive cultural identity and be a part of a support network C. Diversify your friend group and speak out when you witness acts of injustice and intolerance. D. Both B & C
Activity Emotional Statements
Intense Emotional Reactions • Anger • Anxiety • Fear • Frustration • Depression • Helplessness • Isolation • Mistrust • Resentment • Sadness • Self-blame • Self-doubt
Coping Strategies • Build a Support Network • Rely on Your Spirituality • Positive Cultural Identity • Strong Sense of Self • Become Involved in Social Action
Advocate Against Race Related Stress • Do not ignore Don’t minimize racially insensitive comments and speak out when you witness acts of injustice and intolerance. • Be clear Understand and make a commitment to the change you wish to see and how you vision implementation.
Don’t work in isolation Talk to a person/department that will support you. • Be mindful about timing When is it time to share your experiences, frustrations, when is it time to work on change and demands. • Do not get discouraged Change does not happen overnight. Be comfortable with small steps leading to big change.
Diversify your friendship group Join and explore racial justice groups Take a course on race relations Join racial justice movements
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