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1.6 Who am I, First Experience With Race & Sense of Self Brainstorm

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Theme 1: Who Am I Activity?

1. Who am I? I am a 41 year old Hispanic female raised by 2 Mexican immigrant parents that provided the opportunity for me to have more than they did as a child.

2. Who do I pretend to be? I don’t pretend to be anyone or anything but myself. As a Hispanic female being part of the LGBT community. My struggles of discrimination has gave me the confidence to be proud of who I am.

3. Who do people think I am?

Those who really know me know I am caring, helpful, dependable and have a big heart.

4. Who do I wish I could be?

I wish I could have had more confidence in myself at an earlier stage of my life.

5. How has race or ethnic identity played a role in any of these responses?

this plays an ethnic role due to the area and school I was placed in. I attend catholic school which was diverse. However, Hispanics seemed to be the lower class of more students ethnic backgrounds.

Theme 2: First Experience With Race Activity

1. What was your first experience with race?

My first experience with race was when would go I restaurants with my mother growing up mostly in non Hispanic areas, seemed we would be seated last then others.

2. How old were you?

During these stages I was approximately 8 years old.

3. What emotions do you associate with the experience?

My emotions were that I felt were unwelcoming and uncomfortable.

4. Have you ever talked about the experience?

No, I never spoke of these experiences.

5. How have your early experiences with race shaped your worldview?

Yes, I’ve learned how unfair it is to judge by color and appearances. I not have many close friends of different races.

Theme 3: Positive Sense of Self Brainstorm

I do believe there can be a positive sense to someone’s self sense of ethnic identity and African American psychology. I believe history of struggles of being different and learning more of your culture will give a positive overview and proudly represent who you are.

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2.4 Ubuntu, Afrocentricity and Nguzo Saba

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Theme 1: Ubuntu

1. I do believe the spirit of Ubuntu still lives on today in modern time in the African culture because of all the various support groups and programs offered to the black communities. For example I worked in a homeless shelter for black women who faced difficulties in their life. In the morning mornings breakfast was provided as well as means of transportation support.

2. African American and African American cultures share similarities of prioritizing of communities. Both share spiritual connections to the land and ancestors. Both remain cultural strong compassion of traditions acknowledging cultural values. Both have faces racial discrimination. Yes, Ubuntu has helped me to develop a compassionate and community focused worldview.

THEME 2: 7 Concepts of Afrocentric Psychology

1. I believe the concept that is most present in the African American community today is human authenticity. Many of my African American associates I have meet have been culturally authentic with either of the more modern type or have a mix in both older cultural practices and have never changed their ways of living to fit in with others.

2. The concept I believe least exists is Sankofa. This I have experienced with associates of the Ghana background which are to be of a more modern than cultural traditions.

THEME 3: 7 Principles of Nguzo Saba

1. UMOJA (UNITY) To strive for and maintain unity in the family, community, nation and race. I relate to this because this is strongly practiced in the Mexican culture as well. We keep the. Unity in family and community strong and practice traditions. I’ve seen this value in the African American communities during Juneteenth.

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3.4 Three Self-Assessments, Racial Identity Development and Identity Resource

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1. My selections for the categories of Natal Measures are birthplace and siblings. I chose birthplace because I was born and raised in Los Angeles and adapted to the cultures compared to my parents that lived in Mexico until they migrated to the USA. I chose siblings because they have taught me a lot of who I am know when it came to habits or making the right choices growing up in the rough neighborhood.

2. My selection of the categories of Behavioral Measures are friendships music. I chose friendships because I currently live with my best friend of over 10 years and have created an unbreakable bond. I chose music because I love different genre, anything from English, Spanish and European music.

3. My selection for Subjective Measures are real self concept and role models. I chose real self because I am who I am from my sexual orientation or my ethnic background I don’t try to be anyone different but my authentic self. I chose role models because my mentors are my role models that have elevated me to become the person I am now.

4. My selections for situation contextual measures are work and home-family. I chose work because of the obstacles I overcame to be in the position I am in and no one can take credit for my reputation within the industry I work in but myself. I chose home-family beaus it is ,y safe space and peace.

3.2 Multi group Ethnic Identity Measure

1. My multi group Ethnic Identity Measure Score is 47

2. To me my score indicates I understand my ethnic background and am proud to be part of my ethnic group

3. I think that this means that I have a strong bond with the Hispanic group because I am always looking to participate in family traditions and listen to music from my culture. I have visited Mexico several times and have experienced hands on traditions from my cultural background.

4. One thing that surprises me about this analysis and is that one doesn’t make themselves aware of being proud to be of an ethnic background and live in America and still keep the traditions alive.

3.3 Rosenburg’s Self-Esteem Scale

1. After taking the Rosenburgs Self Esteem score was 19.

2. Per the self esteem scale ranges my score landed within the normal range. It’s in between low and high self esteem so I agree.

3. I believe my score ranged at 19 between I struggles many years with low self esteem and have been making changes to my personal life for self improvement. So far I have been able to lift my self esteem and improving my self care as well.

3.4 Racial Identity Development Padlet Post

1. My stage of Racial Identity Development is Integrative Awareness.

2. I believe I’m in this stage because we are all different as individuals and ethnic backgrounds. I’ve faced more hate being part of the LGBT and also being Hispanic.

3. I grew up in a rough Hispanic neighborhood, however my parent kept me in a private catholic school through my childhood years which was diverse. I had closed and best friend of European, African and Asian families so I saw beyond skin color and ethnic background

4. I’ve learned that racism is horrible. I enjoy learning about different cultures especially when I travel. I believe racism is taught and shouldn’t be tolerated. We should all have the right to embrace and respect each other regardless of race and gender.

3.5 Find your Identity resource

1. Latinos in the U.S. describe their identity in many ways, reflecting the diversity of origins in the Latino community, the immigrant experience and geography. Broadly, some Latinos use pan-ethnic terms such as “Hispanic” or “Latino” to describe their identity; some prefer their family’s Hispanic origin group; others use “American”. Previous Hispanic Trends Project surveys have found that most Latinos have used all of these at some point to describe themselves (Pew Research Center’s Hispanic Trends Project, 2009; Pew Research Center’s Hispanic Trends Project, 2002).

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1. Please post a response to the google slide above. What types racism from slide 2 have you seen in the world? What examples from slide 3 have you seen in the world?

The two types of racism I have seen in this world are Institutional and Cultural Racism. The examples of slide 3 that I have witnessed in this world is Structural Racism. I believe racism has been expressed more once Trump took office.

2. From the chapter reading, do you think that we live in a post-racial society? Please state why or why not.

I do not believe we currently live in a post racial society. The current immigration orders set by the government is unfair and very disturbing watching families and children being separated and taken away from their homes.

3. What is your personal definition of race and do you think that race is a social construct, a biological construct or something else? Please explain your reasoning.

My definition of race is a group of people categorized by color, cultural and historical backgrounds.I believe that race is a social construction based on cultural group practices in stead of individual preference.

4. Search and find one resource regarding race being a social or biological concept and post it to your Padlet. State its significance and if you agree or disagree with the resource based on your definition of race.

An example of a social construct is a personal being repeatedly labeled which may live up to the term but may not be part of their character.

5. State one thing that you learned or one thing that stood out to you from the unit required reading, optional reading or audio material in this unit. State its significance.

The thing that stood out for me in this character is learning the different types of racism and categories. In my beliefs of racism was a general definition of discrimination against others.

4.4 Race and Racism: Racial Microagressions

1. Please post a response to the audio clip above. What types of "isms" can you identify in the audio clip above? What types of racism did you notice in the audio clip? Give examples.

The types of ism that I could identify in the audio clip was individual racism, cultural racism and Internalized racism.

2. From the chapter reading, do you think that we live in a post-racial society? Please state why or why not.

I do not believe we currently live in a post racial society. The current immigration orders set by the government is unfair and very disturbing watching families and children being separated and taken away from their homes.

3. What is your personal definition of race and do you think that race is a social construct, a biological construct or something else? Please explain your reasoning.

My definition of race is a group of people categorized by color, cultural and historical backgrounds.I believe that race is a social construction based on cultural group practices in stead of individual preference.

4. Search and find one resource regarding race being a social or biological concept and post it to your Padlet. State its significance and if you agree or disagree with the resource based on your definition of race.

An example of a social construct is a personal being repeatedly labeled which may live up to the term but may not be part of their character.

5. State one thing that you learned or one thing that stood out to you from the unit required reading, optional reading or audio material in this unit. State its significance.

The thing that stood out for me in the Audio clip was when an interviewee stated ‘she does not look like lesbian’. This sounds very familiar for the fact that my wife has been told this relating to the stereotype of lesbian that is viewed by the public eye. It becomes very annoying after a while.

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1. From the reading, what do you think makes the Black family unique? Please provide descriptive examples.

I found most unique about the black families is kinship care. This is in relation more during the enslavement times which kept families together and continued onto the modern times in kin networks within the African American communities.

2. What do you think are the strengths and challenges of the Black family? Please state why you think so and provide examples.

I think the strengths of black family is staying United as a family regardless of the circumstances. By having the support of the family they are able to adapt. The challenges of a black families is raising children and educating them on the possibilities of discrimination of their cultural background and or skin color.

3. How do concepts such as racial socialization affect parents and children in Black families? Please explain.

The concepts of racial socialization affect parents for the purpose to protect their children from harmful racial discrimination and teach them pride of their cultural identity.

4. Based on our reading, what factors do you think have impacted Black families the most since slavery and why?

The factors that have impacted black families since slavery are financial hardships, limited access to resourced and education, as well as ongoing racism and discrimination. The impact of slavery and discriminatory practices has created a complex web of inequities that continue to shape the lives of Black families.

5. Search and find one academic resource that helps you understand this topic better and post it to your Padlet. State three main points from the resource and how it helps you understand this topic.

-How Slavery Affected
African American Families

Heather Andrea Williams
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
National Humanities Center Fellow
©National Humanities Center

The three points that help me understand this topic are

1.) The slave states of the South entered into relationships that they treated like marriage but their unions were not protected by state laws.

2.) Enslaved people lived with the possibility of separation through the sale of one or more family members.

3.) The use of unpaid labor to produce wealth lay at the heart of slavery in America

6. State one thing that you learned or one thing that stood out to you from the unit required reading, optional reading or audio material in this unit. State its significance.

I learned from the unit reading was the meaning of ‘jumping the broom’ the practice ritual done by slaves as a wedding ceremony or unity. I found this interesting after learning it is still done in current events but never knew the meaning behind the name.

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https://humgenomics.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s40246-020-00284-2

https://race.undark.org/articles/race-is-a-biological-fiction-it-is-also-a-powerful-social-reality

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1. What is the Imposter Syndrome?

Imposter syndrome is a psychological condition when individuals get out there, achievements and successes.

2. How does the Imposter Syndrom affect a student in their educational journey AND into their career experiences?

Imposter syndrome affects students in the their educational journey, because it decreases confidence and increases self doubt.

3. How does the Imposter Syndrome specifically affect the self-esteem and mental health of African American women in the workplace?

Imposter syndrome affects the self-esteem and African-American women in the workplace because it gives them anxiety, depression, impacts mental health, takes away ability to move towards growth.

4. How do race and genderLinks to an external site. play into the African American woman's experience in the workplace?

Racial and gender play into African American women’s experience in the workplace because it causes fear of advancement of women of color in the workplace by perpetuating racial stereotypes and discriminatory outcome.

5. State one strategy that you believe would be successful in addressing this issue and improving the workplace for women of color.

One strategies that I believe that would be successful in addressing and improving the workplace for women of color would be therapy.

6. State one thing that you learned or one thing that stood out to you from the unit required reading, optional reading or audio material in this unit.

One thing that I learned from reading this unit was that imposter syndrome is a real thing. My spouse suffered from imposter syndrome but didn’t understand the factors behind the condition.

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7.6 Intersectionality, Bias and Microaggressions

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1. What would you say are the psychological consequences of experiencing subconscious racial slights as a person of color?

I believe the racial microagressions are the psychological consequences of experiencing subconscious racial slights of a color.

2. What stereotypes are perpetuated when racial microaggressions are thrown around towards a person of color?

The stereotypes that are perpetuated with racial microaggressions are threatening those of color like foreigners asking “where are you from?’. Another stereotype of racial micro aggressions can be the lack of intelligence towards color people.

3. Considering Intersectionality, what other issues does this theme affect in the African American community?

The intersectionality that also affect the African American community are violence, LGBTQ discrimination and mental health.

4. State how these theories of intersectionality, racial microaggressions, bias or white privilege affect one's understanding of "sense of self" or ethnic identity?

These theories intersectionality, racial microaggressions, bias can affect those by questioning one’s self worth of belonging. Also having to worry of being evaluated due to their race to fit in society.

5. Search online for a resource that helps you understand this topic more and post it to your Padlet. State why the resource shines some light on a perspective of this issue.

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9075337/ This source helps with examples to understand each theory and topic

6. State a strategy that you feel can be successful to address the use of microaggressions especially when the offender is unaware of how their reactions affect people of color.

I believe a successful strategy to address Michael aggressions would be confrontation. This will give the victim the opportunity to express their feelings and possibly stop further discrimination.

7. State one thing that you learned or one thing that stood out to you from the unit required reading, optional reading or audio material in this unit.

The one thing that stood out to me in this unit is the overall concept of microaggressions based on life personal experiences and bias against my race and how I can handle situations differently in a less aggressive manner other than be so offensive.

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1. STRENGTHS: What are the strengths of Black neighborhoods and communities and how have they manifested over time?

The strengths of Black neighborhoods and communities are resilience due to the history of discrimination and racism and community networking which provide emotional support and resources. The manifesting of these strengths include federal programs and policies as well as systemic inequities, education.

2. WEAKNESSES: What are the weaknesses of Black neighborhoods and communities and state one solution to an issue you have raised?

The weaknesses of Black communities are the racial segregation and crime rates due to continuous violence with no impact for change. One issues that I have raised and personal experiences was mental health. However, being employed by a county funded program. Clients were able to obtain free mental health services.

3. OPPORTUNITIES: What are three ways in which Black neighborhoods and communities could play a role in the progressive movement of the Black community?

The three ways Black neighborhoods and communities can play a role in progressive improvement are civic engagement which will have residents involved in local elections, supporting local businesses to help the economy, and advocating for policy change to raise awareness and demand change.

4. THREATS: What are three ways in which Black neighborhoods and communities could have a detrimental effect on the progressive movement of the Black community?

The three ways Black neighborhoods and communities have detrimental effects on the progressive movement of the Black community are negative stereotypes which can limit opportunities, limited access resources which can lead to a cycle of proverty, and internal divisions which make things difficult to trust and cooperate with each other.

5. Find one resource that helps you understand these themes and post it to your Padlet. State the resources' significance to this unit's material.

https://www.governing.com/community/why-black-neighborhoods-continue-to-struggle - gives examples of struggling black neighborhoods and communities and also stating reasons.

6. State one thing that you learned or one thing that stood out to you from the unit required reading, optional reading or audio material in this unit.

One thing that stood out from the is unit was the is the relation of reading this material and the experience of living in Compton how 6 years and seeing how segregated some communities are which also shows the lack of funding and resources with in the city due to trash and graffiti also lack of road repairs and streets filled with pot holes.

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1. State the most important thing that you learned from this unit's readings and how it has deepened your understanding of Black male and female interpersonal and close relationships.

What I learned from this unit what the percentage of higher educated unmarried African America women and their selection of a parent that is not at their status. As well as African American men more likely to marry outside their race.

2. How do long-standing stereotypes in the media of African American females being portrayed as property (i.e. in rap videos etc.) affect the psyche of those seeing these images and the African American woman's dating prospects?

The long standing stereotype in media of African American women being portrayed as property affect the psyche imagine as they are seen as promiscuous, and are lacking in value, focused on physical appearance, lacking self-esteem

3. What factors are contributing to the rising number of single Black unmarried females?

The factors of contributing rising numbers of single black unmarried females are declining in employment for black males, rising incarceration rates, and differences in family values

4. Why is there a stigma in the African American community against the LGBTQ community?

The stigma in African-American community against LGBTQ community are the family values and religious beliefs.

5. Find one resource that helps you understand these themes and post it to your padlet. State the resources' significance to this unit's material.

https://www.psychiatry.org/news-room/apa-blogs/barriers-for-lgbtq-people-of-color

This is a reference to the LGBTQ + people of color

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1. What does it mean to code switch and how does this affect an African American's success in life?

The meaning of code switch and the affects of Afferican Americans success is to an adjustment to language, and behavior, and appearance to fit in and avoid discrimination. This will affect an African-American success if there is no diversity in the area or field they choose to be in.

2. How does expecting code switching threaten diversity?

Expectancy of coal switching threatens diversity by placing pressure on individuals to change their true representation of their culture.

3. How do the effects of code switching intersect with a persons' mental health?

That’s it for switching intersex with a persons mental health changing their identity to fit that can cause mental health issues, such as stress, anxiety, and depression.

4. Search online for a resource that helps you understand this topic more and post it to your Padlet. State why the resource shines some light on a perspective of this issue.

This source gave different examples of code switching and how it can be learned from generations.

https://www.flexability.com/opinion/2020/pliable-vernacular-the-art-of-code-switching

5. State a strategy that you feel can be successful to address the misconceptions about code switching that exist inside and outside of the African American community.

Strategies that can be successful to address misconceptions about code switching would be to bring awareness and educate It is a natural and common practice caused by social pressure to fit in.

6. State one thing that you learned or one thing that stood out to you from the unit required reading, optional reading or audio material in this unit.

One thing I learned from this unit is that I have made noticed code switching in certain areas of work where there are highly respect or successful people. I make sure to use proper grammar and correct my posture. I did not make myself aware that this is a common behavior.

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Yoruba Faith

1. What is the significance of the Yoruba Orisha faith also known as Santeria.?

The significance of the Yoruba Orisha faiths is to maintain the African cultural identity and to preserve ancient traditions.

2. How does this faith provide a connection back to Africa for those African Americans choosing to join the faith?

Faith provides a connection back to Africa for this African Americans choosing to join faith because it connects with their African American heritage and it blends African spiritual practices with other religions such as Christianity.

3. How does the Yoruba faith treat health and healing in their religion?

The Yoruba faith treats health and healing in the religion by includes traditional healing practices like herbal medicine, incantation, sacrifice, spiritual healing through rituals and prayer.

4. Please locate a resource that helps you understand this theme. Analyze the resource and state the most important thing you learned from it about this topic.

https://www.learnreligions.com/yoruba-religion-4777660

In Yoruba faith 20% of Yoruba practice the traditional religion of their ancestors. Yoruban religion often have celebrations during which sacrifices are offered to the different gods that control things like rain, sunshine, and the harvest.

5. State one thing that you learned or one thing that stood out to you from the unit required reading, optional reading or audio material in this unit.

One thing that stood out to me in the audio was when Cheri was skeptical about the religion and after attending a ceremony she felt came alive for her and enjoyed the ceremony, then converted from Christianity.

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1. After reading this Washington Post articleLinks to an external site., can you explain why there are disparities between the amount of pain medication an African American woman would receive compared to other women in the same hospital complaining of pain?

The disparities between the amount of pain medication an African American woman would receive compared to another women in the same hospital complaining of pain the cultural discrimination, lack sensitivity, and lack of urgency within the medical system.

2. What factors are contributing to the disproportionate number of African American infants who die in childbirth and African American mothers who die in childbirth?

The factors that are contributing to the disproportionate number of African American infants who die in childbirth and African American mothers who die in childbirth are social determinants of health, systemic racism, and access to quality healthcare.

3. What are some solutions that can be implemented to improve the experiences of African American mothers giving birth and African American infant survival rates?

The solutions that can be implemented to improve the experience of African American mothers giving birth and African American survival rates could be expanding, postpartum medical services, addressing biased medical practices, more diversity in the medical workforce.

4. Find one resource that helps you understand this theme and post it to your Padlet. State the resources' significance to this unit's material.

https://www.cdc.gov/womens-health/features/maternal-mortality.html

This article gives pregnant women’s and families clarity of things they can do if there are any concerns or unexpected issues while seeking medical attention.

5. State one thing that you learned or one thing that stood out to you from the unit required reading, optional reading or audio material in this unit.

The one thing that stood out was the story of Beyoncé and Serena Williams and difficultly they both faced seeking medical attention at their public stature. I would thing they would be provided with the best care but I guess even the rich and famous get treated the same no matter who you are and it is sad to learn of these stories and how critical the situation could have turned out.

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1. What are the outcomes of institutionally racist policy choices that exclude the needs of low-income minorities in the health care system?

The outcome of institutionally easing policy choices that exclude the needs of the low income minorities in the health care system are limited access to quality health care, higher rates of chronic medical conditions, increased health care cost, and racial underrepresentation in health care.

2. How does the intersectionality of the unconscious bias, distrust in the healthcare system, lack of health insurance and lack of health education affect the African American community?

The affects of the intersectionality of the unconscious bias, distrust in the healthcare system affect the African American community impacting treatment and communication, mistrust between patient and provider, higher rates of uninsured, and lack of health education.

3. State THREE strategies that you feel can address the issues raised in questions one and two.

One of the three strategies that can be address the issues that affect the African American community are structural reform and anti racist implementation by enforcing and monitoring policies,

Two of the three strategies that can be address the issues that affect the African American community would be Bias training and accountability. This would reduce the impact of unconscious bias among healthcare providers.

The third strategy that can be address the issues that affect the African American community would be community trust building and health navigation programs that can rebuild trust between the African American communities and the health care system.

4. Search online for a resource that helps you understand this topic more and post it to your Padlet. State why the resource shines some light on a perspective of this issue.

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9172268/

One topic that stood out for me in this article would it be implementing bias and racism training within the healthcare system.

5. State one thing that you learned or one thing that stood out to you from the unit required reading, optional reading or audio material in this unit.

One thing that I learned from this unit is that bias and racism exists in the healthcare system how unfair is the African American communities to receive less quality healthcare.

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15.5 Psychological Adaptation and Mental Health

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1. What is the role of the Black Church and the mental health of the African American community?

The role of a black church and mental health is the source of salvation and healing and support from other church members.

2. How is culturally competent care vital to the success of the mental health relationship between the provider of clinical mental health services and the African American community?

The culturally competent care to vital success of mental health relationship between the provider of clinical mental health services and African American community is it helps build trust and tailors to one’s needs.

3. State THREE strategies that you feel can address the issues raised in questions one and two.

The three strategies that I feel can help would be

1. Cultural Competency Training for Providers - Mental health professionals should receive ongoing education on African American cultural norms, oppression, and the psychological impact of racism. This training can help reduce implicit bias and promote more effective care.

2. Partnerships with the Black Church and Community Leaders - The Black Church often serves as a trusted support system, clinicians can collaborate with churches to provide education, referrals, and support groups. This builds trust and makes mental health resources more accessible and safe environments.

3. Diversifying the Mental Health Workforce - Encouraging more African Americans to pursue careers in mental health to makes clients feel more understood in their experiences.

4. Search online for a resource that helps you understand this topic more and post it to your Padlet. State why the resource shines some light on a perspective of this issue.

https://ajph.aphapublications.org/doi/10.2105/AJPH.92.10.1668?utm_source=chatgpt.com

This source stands out because not only is church used for worship, it is also used for support with depression, family issues and trauma.

5. State one thing that you learned or one thing that stood out to you from the unit required reading, optional reading or audio material in this unit.

One thing that stood out from me in this unit it’s that the cultures of African American and Mexican American are similar as far as keeping personal business within and if there is a issue you seek guidance from church members.