Racism
The relationship between experiencing
racism and negative health outcomes is an
emerging area of research.
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While still evolving, the research clearly
indicates a strong relationship between selfreported racism and ill health, particularly:
 Negative mental health outcomes
 Health-related behaviors
Research also indicates that stress from
experiencing chronic hostility and fear can
lead to negative health outcomes.
These outcomes are seen even after
controlling for differences such as income
and access to adequate health care.
The effect can be direct including:
 Higher blood pressure
 Lower immune function
Or indirect:
 Higher rates of smoking, drinking, and
over-eating
 Lower rates of exercise and social
support
Sources:
Paradies, Y. “A Systematic Review of Empirical Research on
Self-Reported Racism and Health,” International Journal of
Epidemiology (August 2006), 35(4): 888-901.
“The Toxic Power of Racism,” Dean Ornish, Boston Globe,
3/24/08.
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