RACISM

This pilot study tested a 10-week compassion-based resiliency training (CBRT) program in 22 African American adults to see if it could help reduce stress from racism. The program taught mindfulness, self-awareness, and stress-reduction techniques. Researchers measured stress, moo…

This study looked at whether tiny cell parts called mitochondria contribute to higher blood pressure and worse blood vessel health in Black adults. Researchers gave 31 middle-aged and older adults a supplement called MitoQ or a placebo for 8 weeks. The goal was to understand the …

This study looked at whether training volunteer mentors in cultural humility and social justice helps them better support low-income youth of color. About 240 mentor-youth pairs were randomly assigned to receive the training or not. Researchers collected surveys and interviews fr…

This pilot study tested a group program called Race-Based Stress/Trauma and Empowerment (RBSTE) for Veterans of Color. The goal was to see if the program is acceptable and feasible, and to gather information for a larger future study. 37 Veterans participated, and the focus was o…