The Psych Central Show: Candid Chat On Mental Health & Psychology

What is critical race theory and why does it make some people so uncomfortable? Join us as today’s guest, Dr. Joanne Lunceford, explains the legacy of slavery and the systems that were built during that era that are still with us almost 200 years after the Emancipation Proclamation.   Dr. Lunceford has a deep understanding that while no one currently alive has ever owned or been a slave, the legacy of those institutions are still impacting people today. To learn more -- or read the transcript -- please visit the official episode page. Our Guest, Dr. Joanne Lunceford, earned her Doctor of Social Work from the University of Southern California with her studies focusing on race, cognition, behavior, and barriers. She obtained her Master of Science in Social Administration (MSW-equivalent) from Case Western Reserve University and her Bachelor of Arts from Miami University (Oxford). Dr. Lunceford has worked as a social work and criminal justice professional for over 25 years, and has held many volunteer, organiza