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Book Synopsis: Fusing science and social justice, renowned public health researcher Dr. Arline T. Geronimus offers an urgent, "monumental" book (Ibram X. Kendi, author of Stamped from the Beginning) exploring the ways in which systemic injustice erodes the health of marginalized people.
America has woken up to what many of its citizens have known for centuries and to what public health statistics have evidenced for decades: systemic injustice takes a physical, too often deadly, toll on Black, brown, working class and poor communities, and any group who experiences systemic cultural oppression or economic exploitation. Marginalized Americans are disproportionately more likely to suffer from chronic diseases and to die at much younger ages than their middle- and upper-class white counterparts. Black mothers die during childbirth at a rate three times higher than white mothers. White kids in high-poverty Appalachian regions have a healthy life expectancy of 50 years old, while the vast majority of US youth can expect to both survive and be able-bodied at 50, with decades of healthy life expectancy ahead of them. In the face of such clear inequity, we must ask ourselves why this is, and what we can we do.
Dr. Arline T. Geronimus coined the term “weathering” to describe the effects of systemic oppression—including racism and classism—on the body. In Weathering, based on more than 30 years of research, she argues that health and aging have more to do with how society treats us than how well we take care of ourselves. She explains what happens to human bodies as they attempt to withstand and overcome the challenges and insults that society leverages at them, and details how this process ravages their health. And she proposes solutions.
Until now, there has been little discussion about the insidious effects of social injustice on the body. Weathering shifts the paradigm, shining a light on the topic and offering a roadmap for hope.
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Facing systemic injustice is not only emotionally and financially draining, but it also takes a significant toll on our physical health. In her groundbreaking book, "Weathering: The Extraordinary Stress of Ordinary Life in an Unjust Society," acclaimed public health researcher Dr. Arline T. Geronimus delves into the profound impacts of systemic injustice on marginalized communities. This monumental work sheds light on the disparities faced by Black, brown, working class, and poor individuals.
Statistics reveal the harsh reality of our society: marginalized Americans are more likely to suffer from chronic illnesses and have a significantly shorter lifespan compared to their privileged counterparts. The shocking truth is that Black mothers are three times more likely to die during childbirth, while white children in impoverished Appalachian regions have a meager life expectancy of just 50 years. It's time for us to confront these disparities head-on and take action.
In "Weathering," Dr. Geronimus introduces the concept of "weathering" to describe the physical toll of systemic oppression. Weathering refers to the detrimental effects of racism, classism, and other forms of societal discrimination on the human body. Drawing from over 30 years of research, Dr. Geronimus emphasizes that our health and aging process are closely intertwined with how society treats us, rather than mere self-care.
By uncovering the intricacies of how our bodies attempt to cope with the onslaught of challenges imposed by society, "Weathering" reveals the devastating impact on our health. However, this book offers more than a somber analysis. Dr. Geronimus provides practical solutions and a much-needed roadmap for hope. It's time to initiate conversations and bring awareness to the hidden effects of social injustice on our well-being.
Don't miss out on this eye-opening and transformative read. Take a step towards understanding the links between societal oppression and physical health. Embrace the enlightening perspectives presented by Dr. Arline T. Geronimus. Order your copy of "Weathering: The Extraordinary Stress of Ordinary Life in an Unjust Society" today.
Get your copy of "Weathering" now and embark on a journey that will change the way you view our society's impact on health outcomes. Join the movement towards a more equitable and just future for all.
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