The NNED keeps you in the know on what’s happening in behavioral health equity in the U.S. and around the world. Our collection of articles from multiple sources cover important headlines, recent findings, proposal calls, and more.
Why It’s Time to Shift the Focus to Mental Health in the Black Community
05/31/23
Even in discussions about the effects of healthcare inequity and inequality on Black communities, the topic of Black mental health is often overlooked. Not only is it overlooked, but when Black folks do speak up and seek help, there are significant bar …
Brandon Act Aims to Improve Mental Health Support
05/29/23
Gilbert R. Cisneros Jr., undersecretary of defense for personnel and readiness, signed a policy today to initiate implementation of the Brandon Act and improve the process for service members seeking mental health support. The Brandon Act aims at impro …
LGBTQ+ Youth Are Less Likely to Feel Depressed With Parental Support
05/26/23
Young people who identify as LGBTQ+ were less likely to report symptoms of depression when they had general support from their parents, according to a 2023 study. Previous research has examined parental support directly tied to a person’s LGBTQ+ identi …
Changing the Mindset About Mental Health Care for Immigrant and Minority Groups
05/24/23
Among minority groups are immigrant populations from various backgrounds. The immigrant narrative is complex, and there is a need for quality mental health care. There is also the issue of addressing their willingness to access treatment when needed. G …
Research on State of Mental Health in Samoa
05/22/23
Research will be conducted on the epidemiology and prevalence of mental illness in Samoa says the head of the Mental Health Unit at the Moto’otua Tupua Meaole’s Hospital, Seiulialii Dr George Tuitama. Seiulialii said the research will also be able to p …
Bullying of 2SLGBTQIA+ Students: The Impacts and What Educators Can Do About It
05/19/23
Studies show that Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, Asexual/Aromantic and plus (2SLGBTQIA+) students have a much higher risk of being the targets of harassment, as their identities do not conform to societal …
Trauma and Healing for the Black Community
05/17/23
Approximately 13.4% of the United States population identifies as Black or African American. Out of those individuals, more than 16% of individuals struggle with mental health complications, which is roughly seven million people. According to the Natio …
St. Louis Nonprofit to Help Afghans Recover From the Trauma of Conflict in Their Homeland
05/15/23
Bilingual International Assistant Services is providing newly arrived Afghans who suffer from combat-related trauma with mental health support. The St. Louis nonprofit received a $1.8 million grant from the U.S. Office of Refugee Resettlement to offer …
How Historical Trauma and Racism Impact Mental Healthcare for Native American Communities
05/12/23
New research published in the journal Cultural Diversity and Ethnic Minority Psychology has exposed the troubling connection between the underutilization of mental health services among American Indians and Alaska Native (AIAN) populations and experien …
An Immediate Need for Quality, Culturally Competent Mental Health Care
05/10/23
The mental healthcare system in the United States has failed Black people and people of color. It’s failing everyone who lacks privilege, and it’s failing those who don’t know to seek help for their mental health challenges. The current system provides …