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Drs differ on the advisability of reading a certain famous French psychoanalyst. 

Lac-yawn? A Jacques-ular Exchange: From our Readers

Psychiatry has changed, and we now have an acute awareness of the cost of sexual trauma to patients. When it comes to race, however, we still have a lot to learn.

Including Racism in a Trauma History: A Clinician’s Reflections

This moment in history cannot be lost. When you ask us if we are okay, be prepared to hear us say we are not . . . and never have been. Then be prepared to do more.

Racism, Policing, and COVID-19 Disparities: We Need Action!

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Suggestions to assess outcomes and measure success levels in combatting racism.

10 Measures and Outcomes to Assess Progress in Eradicating Racism

What can be done about racism? We're so glad you asked.

Hiding in Plain Sight: Racism and What You Can Do About It

The medical community must examine how and what we can do to welcome and serve the black and brown communities that may view us as the authority they dare not call.

When Oaths Are Broken: A Call to Action

Psychiatrists should be experts at hearing and seeing what is not visible. That is exactly what we need to do to let the sun shine through the racist dust.

Dismantle Racism in Psychiatry & Society

Psychiatrists are in a unique position to actively address the collective trauma caused by rampant and persistent race-based disparities in health care and police violence. 

Racism, Policing, and COVID-19: How Do We Justify Racial Disparities in 2020?

The recent ghastly killings of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and George Floyd serve as a reminder that the pursuit of happiness and longevity remain a dream deferred for Black America due to systemic racism.

A Black Man's Lament

A social determinants framework requires that we treat the parallel diseases of COVID-19 and racism as equally detrimental to the health and well-being of our patients.

Cultural Psychiatry

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