Eliminating Behavioral Health Disparities and Improving Outcomes for Racial and Ethnic Minority Populations

Psychiatr Serv. 2016 Jan;67(1):13-5. doi: 10.1176/appi.ps.201400581. Epub 2015 Sep 1.

Abstract

Integrated care holds promise for reducing mental health disparities for racial and ethnic minority groups, but studies are lacking. The authors consider critical components of effective integrated models for minority populations, including cultural and linguistic competence and a diverse workforce, and describe emerging best practices. To successfully implement integrated models into practice with minority populations will require guidance from communities, consumers and family members, and national experts.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Cultural Competency
  • Delivery of Health Care, Integrated*
  • Health Equity / legislation & jurisprudence*
  • Healthcare Disparities*
  • Humans
  • Mental Health*
  • Minority Groups
  • Minority Health*
  • Review Literature as Topic
  • United States