Impact of Microaggressions
When we experience microaggressions, we may feel:
- Invalidated
- Invisible
- Misunderstood
- Disconnected
- Marginalized
- Alienated
We may also start to struggle with:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Substance abuse
- Stress
- Lower self-esteem/self-worth
- Negative self-concept and view of the world
- Suicidal thoughts
- Health issues
- Academics