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Racism, Identity-Based Discrimination, and Intersectionality in Adolescence.
Tamera Coyne-Beasley1, Elizabeth Miller2, Maria Veronica Svetaz3
1Division of Adolescent Medicine (T Coyne-Beasley), Departments of Pediatrics and Internal Medicine, Children's of Alabama, University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Academic Pediatrics
|October 20, 2024
Summary
Adolescent development requires affirming identity and cultural backgrounds within supportive environments. Positive youth development necessitates addressing social inequities and promoting inclusive practices in healthcare and policy.
Area of Science:
- Developmental Psychology
- Sociology
- Public Health
Background:
- Adolescence is a critical period for identity formation and psychosocial development.
- Young people navigate complex social messages impacting self-esteem and identity.
- Positive youth development is fostered by affirming environments and addressing systemic inequities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight key developmental tasks during adolescence.
- To emphasize the importance of affirming psychosocial contexts for youth.
- To propose strategies for promoting positive youth development.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on adolescent development and psychosocial contexts.
- Analysis of youth-focused interventions and societal influences.
- Examination of structural and systemic factors impacting youth.
Main Results:
- Adolescents form identity amidst potentially conflicting societal messages.
- Nurturing psychosocial contexts are crucial for self-esteem and positive development.
- Interventions should promote cultural affirmation, critical consciousness, and healing.
Conclusions:
- Positive youth development requires affirming identity, cultural heritage, and marginalized intersections.
- Parental involvement, anti-oppressive research, and healing environments are vital.
- Systemic changes in healthcare, organizations, and policy are needed for equity and inclusion.
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