The negative effects of perceived discrimination on the body’s stress hormone levels ‘cortisol’ are stronger in African-American than whites.
Transgender Relationships Face High Risks of Discrimination
In the United States, it is difficult to be a transgender woman.
In the United States, it is difficult to be a transgender woman.
Researchers also found that the teenage years are a particularly sensitive period to be experiencing discrimination, in terms of the future impact on adult cortisol levels.
Lead author Emma Adam said that they found cumulative experiences matter and that discrimination mattered more for blacks, adding that they saw a flattening of cortisol levels for both blacks and whites, but blacks also had an overall drop in levels.
More Than Half of Female Employees Face Discrimination at Work
More than half of the female employees feel discriminated at work, reveals a new survey.
More than half of the female employees feel discriminated at work, reveals a new survey.
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Emotional Support may Help African-Americans Suffering the Biological Toll of Racial Discrimination
A new study found how African American teens who experience frequent discrimination during adolescence are at a greater risk of developing diabetes, stroke and heart disease in their later life
A new study found how African American teens who experience frequent discrimination during adolescence are at a greater risk of developing diabetes, stroke and heart disease in their later life
Guatemala Mayans may Have Turned Perpetrators of Discrimination
Experts say ethnic Maya people in Guatemala drove out a group of 230 ultra-Orthodox Jews as they were fearful of losing their culture.
Experts say ethnic Maya people in Guatemala drove out a group of 230 ultra-Orthodox Jews as they were fearful of losing their culture.
