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What's the psychological impact of black super heroes on African-American kids?

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Actor, Chadwick Boseman, star of Marvel's 'Black Panther'

Marvel Comics much anticipated and well hyped 'Black Panther’ opens this weekend. The movie features for the first time, a black super hero comic film on the big screen. But, what are the impacts that such a film would have on the psyche of African-American kids who have the opportunity to see characters who look like them as super heroes? 

Psychotherapist Desyree Dixon and Sociology Researcher Lisa Robinson of Bolton Therapy and Wellness, explore the topic with WEAA's Julius White.