This study will examine the effect that race related trauma and stress has on the mental health of older adolescents. To further investigate this concern, this study has been conducted to identify if racial related trauma has a correlation with poor mental health. The survey used in this study contained questions pertaining to growing up as a racial minority and the emotional effects it has fostered. Each item on the survey gave a scenario and participants were to rate their stress reactions to each specific occurrence using a 5-point scale. Frequency of each occurrence was also to be rated using a 6-point scale. The results show that these negative experiences have a detrimental effect on individuals. Students who more frequently encounter these instances report feeling more isolated and insecure in respect to their racial identity. This study will be serving as the framework for future research that will be conducted with Miami Dade Economic Advocacy Trust (MDEAT) in relation to their youth courts.