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Sociologist Tamara Beauboeuf‑Lafontant analyzes the sociocultural narrative surrounding the "strong black woman" stereotype. In her study, she conducts in‑depth interviews with 58 Black women, aged 19 to 67, to understand how concepts of strength are formed within family, community, and work contexts. The book highlights the impact of these expectations on mental health and eating behaviors, challenging the notion that depression and disordered eating are predominantly white or privileged experiences. By foregrounding the intersection of race and gender, Beauboeuf‑Lafontant offers fresh, thought‑provoking insights into the ways Black women navigate stoicism, self‑care, and societal pressure.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Psychology/Social Psychology
Authors: Tamara Beauboeuf-Lafontant
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