Trauma and Racial Minority Immigrants

In this groundbreaking volume, Tummala-Narra, long a leading voice in making psychology truly multiculturally relevant, has gathered diverse, cutting-edge contributions from foundational and emerging psychologists, most of whom are members of racial and ethnic minority groups; several are themselves immigrants or children of immigrants. Every psychological scientist and every mental health clinician reading this essential work will come away empowered to support the often traumatized—yet vibrant and resilient—immigrant communities we serve. -- Richard Ruth, PhD, Associate Professor Emeritus of Clinical Psychology, The George Washington University, Washington, DC
Immigrants have long experienced nativist xenophobia and racism, from the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 to Trump’s recent call to build a wall. This book is the first to explore in depth the personal trauma endured by immigrants, including their American-born children. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn about the persisting historic effects of racism on immigrants. -- Amado M. Padilla, PhD, Professor of Developmental and Psychological Sciences, Graduate School of Education, Stanford University, Stanford, CA
Tummala-Narra and colleagues capture the realities of the lived experiences of immigrants. The focus on resilience, liberation, the application of theory to practice, and, ultimately, healing makes this book essential for any understanding of the past, present, and future of the United States. -- Miguel E. Gallardo, PsyD, Professor and Program Director, Aliento, Pepperdine University, Los Angeles, CA