Advocacy for Anti-Racist Policies That Expand Equitable Access to Mental Health Care: The Role of the Psychiatrist-View Presentation

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In this video, Divya Chhabra discusses the advocacy for anti-racist policies in the mental health care field. She introduces the presenters, Craig Obie and Matthew Goldman, and outlines the learning objectives for the session. The video addresses the history of racism in the country and the impact on mental health, as well as the importance of clinician advocacy and effective ways for psychiatrists to engage in advocacy. Definitions for key terms related to racism and concepts like structural competency are provided. Two case studies are presented to illustrate the discussed issues. Matthew Goldman shares about the development of an anti-racism resource document for mental health care advocates, including the objectives and structure of the document. Craig Obie discusses recent legislative activity and APA's involvement in advocating for mental health and substance use disorder parity. Other legislative proposals related to diversity, equity, cultural competence, and discrimination are mentioned, and members are encouraged to get involved in advocacy efforts. The video concludes by providing contact information for the authors of the resource document and encouraging members to connect with APA staff for advocacy engagement opportunities.<br /><br />The video transcript focuses on the importance of anti-racism in mental health care and highlights health disparities in telehealth and crisis services. It addresses equity issues related to broadband access and the significance of audio-only services. APA's advocacy efforts in crisis services and funding for evidence-based approaches are mentioned. The impact of the criminal justice system on individuals with mental illness, particularly BIPOC, is discussed, emphasizing the need for diversion programs. Several legislative measures supported by APA, including acts related to Medicaid reentry, anti-racism and public health, equity in mental health, and social determinants of health, are mentioned. Ways to get involved in APA's advocacy efforts are provided. No specific credits are mentioned in the video.

Keywords

Divya Chhabra

advocacy

anti-racist policies

mental health care

racism

clinician advocacy

legislative activity

APA's involvement

health disparities

crisis services

diversion programs