Conference

Predominantly White Institution Posttraumatic Stress Disorder : Examining the mental health challenges and disparities faced by students of color attending Predominantly White Institutions

Author: Nicole Anderson (Therapist)

Abstract

This session will provide attendees with an understanding of the impact attending a Predominately White Institution has on the mental health of students of color. After learning how profiling, discrimination, and covert and overt racism can manifest itself into anxiety, depression, and negative sense of self, attendees will be complete exercises to help them develop coping mechanisms and discuss the importance of utilizing mental health counseling for long-term support. Conversations will also be held on ways faculty, staff, and administration can work to support the mental health of students of color on campus.

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How to Cite: Anderson, N. (2020) “Predominantly White Institution Posttraumatic Stress Disorder : Examining the mental health challenges and disparities faced by students of color attending Predominantly White Institutions”, Iowa State Conference on Race and Ethnicity. 21(1).