Explore the concept of intersectionality in psychology, from its roots in Black feminist activism through to its importance to mental health practice in a diverse, multicultural society.

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00:00:00-00:05:05 Introduction
00:05:06-00:25:53 What is intersectionality really all about?
00:25:54-00:28:49 Why psychology needs intersectionality
00:28:50-00:36:24 Intersectionality in practice
00:36:25-00:49:18 Challenges and pushbacks
00:49:19-00:58:03 Moving forward (to transform psychology)
00:58:04-01:00:54 End credits

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