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Effects of the Depiction of Middle Eastern Culture in the Media on Mental..
October 27, 2020 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am CDT
Director of Clinical Training and Assistant Professor, Counselor Department, T
Effects of the Depiction of Middle Eastern Culture in the Media on Mental Health
Ricardo Phipps, Ph.D., LPC, LCPC, NCC Director of Clinical Training and Assistant Professor, Counselor Department, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Washington DC Campus
Cheryl E. Handy, Forensic Psychology: Professional Counselor Licensure Track Student, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Washington DC Campus
Marian Shenoda, Clinical Mental Health Counseling Student, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Washington DC Campus
Xiomara Rivera, Clinical Mental Health Counseling Student, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Washington DC Campus
Since the events of September 11, 2001, people perceived as being Muslim or of Middle Eastern descent have been the subject of suspicion in the U.S. Many perceive such people as having a connection to or sympathy with terrorism. This has resulted in negative public portrayals in the media, particularly right-wing media, and in acts of discrimination and violence towards those perceived as Middle Eastern. As practitioners who may encounter individuals of Middle Eastern or Muslim backgrounds, it will be helpful to understand the impact of media portrayal and public perception on their mental health.