Racism and Mental Health

Racism can contribute to an increase in risk for depression. during my 30 yrs of practice, I worked closely with mental health professionals and clienteles and who all overall felt there is still very little honest discussion on racism. African American community in particular has faced the maximal brunt and its time to address these issues by not just the government but also by professional people like the psychiatrists, therapists, counselors, etc. There is heightened awareness particularly with the African American community after recent incidents in Minnesota and other police brutalities all over the country and there should be increased sensitivity training in all walks of life.