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Healthy Minds With Dr. Jeffrey Borenstein

Minority Issues in Mental Health Care

Season 6 Episode 9 | 27m 01s

Cultural sensitivities and access to diverse professionals have been long-term issues for many minority communities in seeking help for mental health issues. Altha J. Stewart, M.D., an experienced health care administrator and nationally recognized expert in public sector and minority issues in mental health care, shares her experience, and how things are changing.

Aired: 11/05/19 | Expires: 02/04/22
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A support organization designed to give opportunities to people living with mental illness
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NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness
Non-profit founded by families impacted by mental illness provides free resources.
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