COVID racism driven by more than fear of infection
May 20, 2026
May 20, 2026
PERTH, Australia, May 20 -- Murdoch University posted the following news:
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COVID racism driven by more than fear of infection
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Anti-Asian discrimination and violence increased during COVID, and new research from Murdoch University has revealed one key psychological driver.
Rather than being driven by a fear of infection, aggressive forms of discrimination appeared to be more strongly associated with anger. Dr Amy Lim from Mu . . .
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COVID racism driven by more than fear of infection
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Anti-Asian discrimination and violence increased during COVID, and new research from Murdoch University has revealed one key psychological driver.
Rather than being driven by a fear of infection, aggressive forms of discrimination appeared to be more strongly associated with anger. Dr Amy Lim from Mu . . .