The vast majority of African-American and Afro-Caribbean youth face racial discrimination, and these experiences are associated with an increased risk of mental health problems, according to a study to be presented Saturday, May 3, at the Pediatric Academic Societies (PAS) annual meeting in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The researchers analyzed data from the National Survey […]
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Supporting Sobriety Among American Indians and Alaska Natives: A Literature Review
This report highlights and reviews literature, programs and activities focused on substance abuse in urban American Indian and Alaska Native communities in the U.S. In 2010 the Urban Indian Health Institute (UIHI) initiated its Health Equity Project to provide information and tools to address the health disparities affecting urban AI/AN communities. This report represents a […]
Trans Bodies, Trans Selves Aims to Educate the Trans Masses
A new resource guide aims to improve the lives of transgender and gender-nonconforming people through education and outreach. Trans Bodies, Trans Selves looks to be the most comprehensive trans resource ever published. The book features more than 200 contributors, and covers topics like the gender spectrum, trans history, health, cultural and social topics, and gender […]
Disparities in Medicaid Spending on Children in Welfare System
A new study from the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis examines racial and ethnic differences in Medicaid expenditures for children in the welfare system who use psychotropic drugs — medication for conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, that affect a child’s mental state. The study, “Racial/Ethnic Differences in Medicaid […]
When the Mask Comes Off: Documentary to Get Young People and Communities Talking about Mental Health
When the Mask Comes Off is a video documentary featuring young people from New Mexico discussing their experiences of living with mental illness. We hear stories of struggle on their journey from misperception and alienation toward self-acceptance and healing. The documentary comes with adaptable discussion guides for use in communities and schools. Population of focus: […]
Dear Dad: Letters From Same Gender Loving Sons
The documentary Dear Dad: Letters From Same Gender Loving Sons highlights the conversations between Black fathers and their gay sons. Chase Simmons, the filmmaker, was inspired to create it after seeing some of his friends struggle with their relationships with their fathers. He believes that the film can help reduce stigma experienced by Black gay men. In […]