Resilience in the face of racial discrimination: The role of emotional acceptance.

Emotion 2026

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Authors: Arasteh Gatchpazian, Amanda J. Shallcross, Allison S. Troy, Jolaade Kalinowski, Brett Quaid Ford
DOI: 10.1037/emo0001638
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Abstract

= 251). These findings underscore the crucial role of context for emotion regulation, suggesting that emotional acceptance may be a uniquely useful approach that protects the health of Black Americans by validating justified emotions in the context of racial discrimination. This work underscores a useful pathway for culturally competent psychosocial interventions for reducing anxiety, depression, and stress-related chronic illness in Black Americans. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2026 APA, all rights reserved).

Fields of Study & Subjects

Racial and Ethnic Identity Research Mindfulness and Compassion Interventions Resilience and Mental Health

Publication details

Journal / source
Emotion
Volume
26
Issue
6
Pages
1426–1448
Publication date
17 February 2026
Language
EN