Aldo M. Barrita, Ph.D.
Ph.D. Social Psychology
Michigan State University
College of Social Science
Dep. of Psychology
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RESEARCH INTEREST
Psychological Impact of Intersectional Oppression
Psychological Impact of Intersectional Oppression
Psychological Impact of Intersectional Oppression
Using an intersectional lens, I explore the psychological impact of intersectional microaggressions on racial, ethnic, sexual, and gender minoritized groups.
Coping Strategies for Oppression
Psychological Impact of Intersectional Oppression
Psychological Impact of Intersectional Oppression
When minoritized people experience oppression, coping strategies are used to deal with these experiences. My research assesses maladaptive coping strategies such as substance use or internalization when experiencing microaggressions.
Racial Disparities in Health & Education
Psychological Impact of Intersectional Oppression
Racial Disparities in Health & Education
To highlight racial disparities in health and education, I investigate the link between everyday oppression (i.e. microaggressions) and its impact on health and education outcomes, specifically among emerging adults and college students.