Black Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic€”What Does the Data Say?-Handout: Slides

Handout: Slides

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The document "Black Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic" provides information on the impact of the pandemic on the mental health of Black individuals. It includes data from various studies and surveys, highlighting the high prevalence of adverse mental health symptoms such as distress, anxiety, and depression among Black communities.<br /><br />One study analyzed the mental health of adults during the pandemic and found that the prevalence of anxiety and depressive disorders, as well as suicidal ideation, was higher among Black individuals compared to other racial/ethnic groups. Another study examined emergency department visits for mental health concerns and found that the number of visits decreased in 2020, suggesting potential disruptions in mental health services during the pandemic.<br /><br />The document emphasizes the need for continued monitoring of mental health and access to care, especially for racial/ethnic minorities. It also discusses the importance of addressing structural inequities, measuring racism and racial trauma, and implementing societal-level interventions to promote social justice and mental well-being.<br /><br />The document provides resources for mental health support, including helplines and crisis chat services, and instructions for claiming continuing education credits for attending the virtual event. The contact email of the presenter is also provided for further inquiries.

Keywords

Black Mental Health

COVID-19 Pandemic

adverse mental health symptoms

racial/ethnic minorities

structural inequities

mental well-being

monitoring

access to care

racial trauma

virtual event