Let’s Talk About Identity-Based Trauma

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2018

This article discusses identity-based trauma, where individuals merely knowing that they belong to an identity group where there may be potential harm increases the chances of trauma. Examples of this trauma are provided for a variety of identities, including race, religion, and gender identity. The psychological ramifications of identity-based trauma are also discussed.

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