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From Drapetomania to Schizophrenia: Systemic Racis ...
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The document provides information about various topics related to racism and bias in the field of psychiatry. It begins by acknowledging the funding and disclaimer for the content. The document discusses the goals of the presentation, including understanding the historical context of racism in psychiatry, recognizing the impact of racism on Black lives, identifying examples of systemic racism and biases in healthcare, and discussing strategies to reduce bias and racism in psychiatry.<br /><br />It further delves into different forms of racism, including systemic racism, interpersonal racism, and internalized racism. The document highlights the impact of clinician bias and racism on misdiagnosis and inappropriate treatment. Examples of explicit and implicit racial bias in healthcare and psychiatric practice are provided.<br /><br />The document also addresses the influence of historical factors on racist structures within psychiatry, including scientific racism and the justification of colonialism and slavery. It discusses the effects of racism on diagnosis and treatment, as well as the disparities faced by marginalized communities, such as lack of access to care and inequality in treatment recommendations.<br /><br />The concept of intergenerational trauma is explored, emphasizing the importance of understanding the experiences, risks, and trauma faced by patients. The document concludes by providing recommendations for reducing and eliminating bias and racism. It encourages acknowledging the existence of racism, asking uncomfortable questions, and advocating for change.<br /><br />Overall, the document sheds light on the impact of racism and bias in psychiatry and provides insights into understanding and addressing these issues within the healthcare system.
Keywords
racism
bias
psychiatry
historical context
Black lives
systemic racism
clinician bias
misdiagnosis
healthcare disparities
intergenerational trauma
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