Abstract
This chapter addresses the mental health status of Hispanics in the United States. The prevalence and incidence of mental health disorders among different Hispanic ethnic subgroups is examined. Patterns of mental health services utilization and barriers to mental health care are also reviewed. Research specific to bestmental health practices with Hispanics is stressed.
| Original language | American English |
|---|---|
| Title of host publication | Mental Health Care for New Hispanic Immigrants |
| Subtitle of host publication | Innovative Approaches in Contemporary Clinical Practice |
| Publisher | Taylor and Francis Inc. |
| Pages | 21-46 |
| Number of pages | 26 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9781135795047 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9780789023087 |
| State | Published - Apr 15 2013 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Psychology
- General Social Sciences
Keywords
- Hispanics
- Mental health services
- Mental health utilization