People who desire to avoid negative emotions are less likely to acknowledge systemic racism
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Individuals who avoid negative emotions are less likely to acknowledge systemic racism. This suggests emotional avoidance may hinder efforts to address racial injustice, highlighting the need for interventions that help people engage with discomfort.
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The original was posted on /r/science by /u/chrisdh79 on 2024-09-30 14:56:46+00:00.

Original Title: People who desire to avoid negative emotions are less likely to acknowledge systemic racism | This study sheds light on how emotional avoidance might serve as an obstacle to recognizing and addressing racial injustice.