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EPISODE · May 4, 2026 · 15 MIN

'The Cost of Healing in Silence': How racial trauma impacts Black mental health today

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Racial bias in healthcare surrounds us everyday, from misdiagnosis and pain mismanagement to pediatric care.That bias is also embedded in our mental healthcare system, leaving Black patients without essential resources.Monday on Midday Edition, we hear from the author of "The Cost of Healing in Silence: Navigating Racial Trauma and the Call for Culturally Responsive Care" about the emotional costs of racial bias and the stories that often go overlooked.Guest:Ashley McGirt-Adair, licensed therapist, author of "The Cost of Healing in Silence: Navigating Racial Trauma and the Call for Culturally Responsive Care"

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