Who Gets Left Out? Racial Inequities in Mental Health Diagnosis and Treatment-View Presentation and Q&A

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In this webinar titled "Who Gets Left Out? Racial Inequities in Mental Health Diagnosis and Treatment," Dr. Crawford and Dr. Durham discuss the racial inequities present in mental health diagnosis and treatment. They address the historical context of structural racism and its impact on mental health care. The presenters highlight the biases and racism that exist in common mental health diagnoses, such as ADHD and mood disorders. They emphasize the importance of reducing bias and racism in clinical practice to provide equitable care. The webinar also discusses the consequences of misdiagnosis and underdiagnosis in black youth, including involvement in the school-to-prison pipeline and higher suicide rates. The presenters call for research to address the lack of cultural relevance in assessment tools and evidence-based treatments for black youth. They advocate for improved access to mental health care, emphasizing the need for Medicaid coverage and integration of services into primary care. The webinar also stresses the importance of workforce diversity and cultural humility in clinical practice. The presenters urge clinicians to reflect on their biases and collaborate with families to provide accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment. The webinar concludes with information on how attendees can obtain continuing education credits.

Keywords

webinar

racial inequities

mental health diagnosis

structural racism

biases

ADHD

mood disorders

misdiagnosis

black youth

cultural relevance