Study reveals unique coping skills among Black adults facing racism
A Duke University study has found that Black adults in the United States have developed specific ways of coping with the chronic stress of racism.
It found that these strategies emphasize resilience built through lived experiences of racial discrimination.
This was not found in their white counterparts.
The study notes that social support and religion are important factors that offer emotional support and a sense of community.
It also identified common strategies such as avoidance, substance use, positive reframing, and activism.
The study notes that in response to racism, Black women often engage in activism and social support, while men use passive techniques like ignoring it.
Duke’s research says professionals are urging recognition of these methods to enhance mental health support and advocate for further research into diverse coping strategies across ethnic groups and identities.
Experts say the findings highlight the need for culturally informed mental health care as well as ongoing research to effectively support marginalized communities.
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