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Abstract

Discrimination has been consistently linked to depression. Despite evidence suggesting that individuals targeted for discrimination want to discuss discrimination-related stress, research suggests that therapists are not engaging in these conversations. There are limited psychoeducational materials available to support conversations about race-related stress and mental health, and there are limited data on their effects. This paper describes the development and initial evaluation of a new psychoeducational booklet which provides information about discrimination and depression. The information provided is based on social cognitive models of the relations of discrimination to depression. We provide a description of the development of the psychoeducational materials, as well as quantitative data on consumer satisfaction with these materials from the first 21 participants in an evaluation study. Overall, participants indicated the materials were very helpful and would recommend them to others. The vast majority reported no concerns/side effects from reviewing the materials and completing the exercises. The psychoeducational materials show promise as a tool to support conversations about the effects of race-related stress on mental health.

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