Notable Figures in Psychology: Kenneth Clark
Kenneth Clark was a leading figure not only in psychology but also in the civil rights movement. Alongside his wife who was also his long-term colleague, he investigated the effects of segregation in schools and the damage this did both to Black and White children.
Using dolls in early psychological experiments, the couple discovered that children as young as 3 preferred picking White dolls over Black. This study proved pivotal in 1954 when the Supreme Court declared segregated education unconstitutional (although given recent events, one hopes this ruling stays).
Among Clark’s achievements was being the first Black president of the American Psychological Association (APA) 74 years after its founding.
Clark was a prolific writer and authored 6 books.
Clark died in 2005 aged 91.
image credits: https://psychmuseum.uwgb.org/social/kennethclark/
References:
https://www.apa.org/monitor/2022/03/special-report-pivotal-moments
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenneth_and_Mamie_Clark
Amazing post! I don't think in this political scenario in America it won't be long enough to overturn's supreme court decision of declaring it unconstitutional. They have already overturned Roe vs Wade. It seems like America is going back to its roots.