When Arnell and his friends go to the local mall they are sometimes perceived as dangerous because of their race. If they are similar to three-quarters of other African American adolescents who reported being treated as incompetent or dangerous, or both, because of their race, they may be experiencing a subtle form of racism called:

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Microaggressions are subtle forms of discrimination or prejudice, often directed towards marginalized groups, such as people of color. These can include comments, gestures, or actions that may be unintentional but still cause harm or perpetuate stereotypes. Being perceived as dangerous because of their race is an example of a microaggression experienced by Arnell and his friends.

When Arnell and His Friends Go to the Local Mall