Mental health conditions can affect anyone regardless of race and ethnicity, yet according Health data collected by the KFF organization in 2023 found that among adults with any mental illness, Black (39%), Hispanic (36%), and Asian (25%) adults were less likely than White (52%) adults to receive mental health services.
The African American, Asian American, Hispanic, and Indigenous communities are among the groups least likely to seek mental health services, whether due to socioeconomic status, inaccessible healthcare, or cultural stigmas.
Acknowledging minority mental health is crucial in addressing the unique challenges faced by diverse communities.
Navigating barriers to mental health resources has historically been challenging for certain minority groups. However, Freeman says hope is on the horizon as resources become more widely available and future generations are beginning to break down cultural and generational stigmas surrounding mental health.
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