How Race And Racism Affect Our Friendships

This book combines critical race theory with psychoanalytic thought to investigate the experiences of Asian American young adults, focusing on issues like immigration, displacement, and the model minority stereotype. It explores how these experiences lead to racial melancholia and dissociation, impacting mental health and identity. The authors use case studies to illustrate these concepts, discussing topics such as depression, transnational adoption, and coming out in a colorblind age.

In this book, Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum delves into the psychology of racism and racial identity development, addressing questions about racial segregation in schools and other settings. The book, first published in 1997 and revised in 2017, discusses the stages of racial identity development, the importance of racial group identity for Black youth, and the systemic impacts of racism on education and society. Tatum argues that understanding and discussing these issues is crucial for creating a more inclusive and equitable environment. The book also provides insights into how parents, teachers, and other adults can support the healthy development of racial identity in children and adolescents.

In *The Company I Keep: My Life in Beauty*, Leonard A. Lauder shares business and life lessons learned while transforming his mother's small business into a global prestige beauty company. The book offers insights into the growth of the beauty industry and Lauder's experiences navigating fierce competition and economic challenges.