Shortform Books

Black Behavior and Post-Traumatic Slave Syndrome

The Link Between Childhood Trauma and Depression

What are the racist beliefs about Black behavior? How are these stereotypes explained by a condition known as post-traumatic slave syndrome? In behavioral racism, Black behavior is anticipated to be poor actions and poor judgement by the entire race. One explanation for the cause of this behavior is a condition known as post-traumatic slave syndrome. Read more about behavioral racism, Black behavior, and the factors explaining such stereotypes and phenomena.

The Antiracism Center: Ibram X. Kendi’s Vision

What is the Antiracism Center? Why did Ibram X. Kendi start it? The Antiracism Center, formally known as the Antiracist Research and Policy Center, was created by Ibram X. Kendi to focus on changing policies. The Center shares individual strategies for moving towards racial justice and equity. Keep reading to learn more about the Antiracism Center.

Take Charge of Your Life: Lead Yourself to Happiness

How do you take charge of your life? Why is it important to be able to be your own authority when other forms of leadership fail you? To take charge of your life, you’ll have to learn how to be your own leader. You can identify your purpose and avoid issues that lead to unhappiness. Keep reading to find out how to take charge of your life.

Lithium & Suicide: Reflections of Dr. Kay Jamison

What does it feel like to be on lithium? Is lithium for suicide prevention effective? In her memoir An Unquiet Mind, Kay Redfield Jamison shares her experience living with manic depression. She shares her identity struggles, how she was treated with lithium, and a suicide attempt. Read more about Kay Redfield Jamison, her struggle through manic depression, experience with lithium, and suicide attempt.

Manufacturing Process Flow: Understand & Optimize It

Why Soft Sciences Are Flawed and Good Solutions

What is a manufacturing process flow? Why is it relevant for improving output and revenue? A manufacturing process flow represents the way production occurs. It helps you identify where your bottlenecks are so you can optimize the production process. Keep reading for more about the manufacturing process flow and how to improve it.

How to Handle Toxic People: Strategies For Every Type

Do you want to know how to handle toxic people? How can you identify toxic people? You’re going to encounter toxic people in life. It’s best that you learn how to recognize all types of toxic behavior, and learn how to handle toxic people. Read more about the different toxic types and how to handle toxic people.

Cultural Racism: Judged Based on Your Way of Life

What is cultural racism? How does it use subcultures within a race to rationalize the superiority of one group over another? Cultural racism is built on the combined identities of one’s race and culture. How to Be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi discusses the discrimination against Black youth because their style is perceived to be “thuggish.” Keep reading to understand cultural racism, how it started, and Ibram X. Kendi’s experiences with it.

Fun Home Setting: A House and Family Falling Apart

What is the Fun Home setting? How does the setting affect the way Alison and her family interact with each other? Most of the Fun Home setting is in Alison’s hometown of Beech Creek, PA. The family lives in an old Victorian home and owns a funeral home. There’s also a part of Fun Home that takes place in New York City. Read more about each of the Fun Home settings and what they meant for Alison.

4 Basic Human Needs: The Key to Fulfillment

What are the 4 basic human needs? How do humans fulfill each of these needs? There is a difference between going through each day and feeling fulfilled. Humans get a sense of fulfillment only through satisfying 4 basic human needs: “to live, to love, to learn, to leave a legacy.” Keep reading for more about the 4 basic human needs.

Individuals vs Groups: How Your Behavior Changes

A woman speaking to a group at an art gallery illustrates positional bargaining

What’s the difference between individuals vs groups? How does mentality and behavior change when people are in groups? There’s a clear difference between individuals vs groups as far as the way people think and view themselves. These differences can affect the way people behave and can cause problems with group work. Read more about the individuals vs groups and what they mean.