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To improve the mental health of Latino youth, AltaMed is working with the Latino community to educate them about their mental health and how t…
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Mental Health is often a front-and-center issue for many Latinos, but why is that topic still taboo in the community?
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18.4% of Latinos struggled with mental health in 2020, but only 35% received treatment compared to the nearly half of white persons who received treatment. Culturally, seeking mental health services still carries a stigma within the Latinx community. Fears of reporting immigration status, being labeled as “loco,” and speaking about personal issues with a stranger contribute to this stigma.