Exploring the Effect of Discrimination on Ethnic Minority Medical Students’ Mental Well-Being in the Netherlands

Racial discrimination is a global concern affecting education, including medical programs in the Netherlands. Covert racial discrimination in academia has been linked to adverse academic outcomes and unequal opportunities. This qualitative study explores the relationship between racism, well-being, and academic success among ethnic minority students in Dutch medical education. Conducted in 2021 at a southern Netherlands university, this research employed interviews to delve into the racial discrimination experiences of 11 diverse medical students. Utilising a phenomenological approach, the stu... Mehr ...