Abstract
Biological psychiatry, similar to many other scientific fields, is grappling with
the challenge of revising its practices with an eye toward promoting diversity, equity,
and inclusivity. One arena in which much of this work will have significant impact
is in developmental science generally and the study of adolescence specifically. Adolescence
is a critical period during human development during which important social, neural,
and cognitive maturation processes take place. It is also a time marked by risky behaviors
and the onset of a range of mental disorders. Social and developmental research has
provided insight into the cognitive and neural processes by which perceptions of identity-related
differences emerge. Clinical research aimed at understanding how individuals from
diverse backgrounds navigate the transition period of adolescence is critical for
identifying the unique factors underlying risk and resilience in minoritized populations.
Taking a developmental perspective, we review processes by which the brain understands
group differences and how the developmental timing of this can influence antecedents
of psychological distress. We close with a call to action, pointing to important understudied
areas within the field of biological psychiatry that are critical for supporting mental
health among diverse adolescent populations.
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Publication history
Published online: May 04, 2022
Accepted:
April 25,
2022
Received in revised form:
April 6,
2022
Received:
February 14,
2022
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