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Total Credits: 1.5 American Psychological Association (APA)
Discrimination, racism, and oppression are embedded in our nation’s history and, unfortunately continue to be seen and felt in our present society as well. Youth, like the rest of us, are impacted by what they see, hear, read, and experience. The impact of racial trauma can have lasting effects on youth if not addressed. In this presentation, we will discuss ways to identify signs of racial trauma in youth as well as strategies to alleviate the impact of racial trauma.
Learning Objectives
Explain the concept of racial trauma and its impact on overall health
Distinguish key signs of racial trauma in youth and share tools for assessing racial trauma
Apply strategies to alleviate the impact of racial trauma in youth and their families
The Center for Deployment Psychology is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Center for Deployment Psychology maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
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Dr. Christi Culpepper, affectionately known as Dr. CC, is a licensed clinical psychologist and professional speaker currently providing therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and their families at Kennedy Krieger Institute in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. CC utilizes a range of evidence-based therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and family systems approaches to address concerns such as anxiety, depression, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and family concerns. Dr. CC also provides presentations, training, and workshops to providers and members of the community. Some of her topics include self-care for mental health providers, the impact of mental health on overall functioning, provider burnout, and the importance of being your authentic self.
Dr. Jamila Ray is a psychologist working with youth and families at Kennedy Krieger Institute’s Child and Family Therapy Clinic. She provides therapy for children and teens to maximize their functioning at school, home, community, and with their peers. She also leads groups to support teens and their caregivers to manage racial trauma and LGBTQIA-related stressors.
