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Nicole del Castillo

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Mental Illness An Epidemic Among U.S. Latinos: Only 1 In 11 Seek Treatment

20/08/2015 01:00pm | 7099 views

Lack of access to mental health services is one of the most serious health problems in the Hispanic community, according to the American Psychiatric Association (APA).

While Hispanics are affected by mental illness at rates similar to those of the general population, they become a high-risk group once you take into account the massive disparities in seeking services and in following through with treatment.

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Nicole del Castillo

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