Any employer or manager who is serious about diversity, equity and inclusion should make understanding microaggressions a priority. The term “microaggressions” was first coined in the 70s by Dr.

What’s in a name? Identity, culture, heritage – names undeniably hold a great deal of meaning. As the social justice movement grows within the field of psychology, one researcher – Ranjana Srinivasan ...

While many businesses are taking strides toward achieving a more equitable and inclusive workplace, people from historically marginalized groups still receive comments and questions that (often ...

Bias and prejudice take many forms. Sometimes, they appear obviously calculated to oppress members of marginalized groups and remind them of their “lesser” status. But they can also take more ...

People’s physical and mental health is influenced by a large and diverse array of factors. But how can the attitudes of other people affect individuals’ well-being? In this Special Feature, we examine ...

Battling cancer is already a mentally taxing time, but it is worse for those in the LGBTQ+ community, who will likely experience microaggressions while receiving cancer care and treatment. There are ...

The term “microaggression” is trending. Inherent in its meaning are the seemingly “little” things forced onto marginalized groups. While most often associated with people of color, women, young people ...

Surgeons and anesthesiologists at Southern California Permanente Medical Group (SCPMG) in Irvine, California have reported a high prevalence of sexist, racial, and ethnic microaggressions, and these ...

They may not always be intentional, but they sting. Sometimes they come in the form of a thoughtless joke, a casual remark, or just the tone of someone’s voice. I spoke to 10 people who shared their ...

Microaggressions happen frequently, are under-reported and are often unaddressed. Racial microaggressions are common, and by their subtle and often unintentional nature, can be harder to identify and ...

What’s in a name? Identity, culture, heritage – names undeniably hold a great deal of meaning. As the social justice movement grows within the field of psychology, one researcher – Ranjana Srinivasan ...