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American Psychiatric Association apologizes for racist past

APA's racist past has resulted in a history of actions that have hurt BIPOC populations.

01/28/2021

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American Psychiatric Association apologizes for racist past

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APA's racist past has resulted in a history of actions that have hurt BIPOC populations.

After more than 175 years, the American Psychiatric Association has issued a formal apology for “its role in perpetrating structural racism.” One psychologist says it's too little too late, and that members of the Black and brown community are struggling to trust and find treatment for mental health.

01/28/2021

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