Research reveals distress caused to First Nations peoples by racism

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Professor Ray Lovett Source: Supplied / ANU

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults are experiencing high levels of psychological distress, largely as a result of interperonsal discrimination. Findings show there is also a significant gap in mental health problems resulting from discrimination between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. SBS's Catriona Stirrat talks to the study director from ANU, Professor Ray Lovett.



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