"Culture Matters: The Role of Race and Ethnicity in International Adoption": A talk with Richard M. Lee October 11, 2007

Adoption researchers have typically focused on the relationship between pre-adoption experiences and the development and mental health of children adopted internationally. But researchers are now turning their attention toward the post-adoption experiences of children and families. Professor Lee reviews past and current research on the transracial and transnational aspects of the psychology of international adoption with a particular focus on cultural socialization practices, ethnic and racial identity development, and perceived discrimination and racism. He also will highlight current findings from his NIMH-funded research on the relationship between discrimination and mental health of adopted Korean Americans. Richard M. Lee is an Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Minnesota. Sponsored by the Institute for Advanced Study and the Department of Psychology.

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