Open Access. Powered by Scholars. Published by Universities.®
- Publication
Articles 1 - 2 of 2
Full-Text Articles in Medicine and Health Sciences
Access To Mental Health Care For Depression Among Latina Women In Adams County, Alison P. Lauro
Access To Mental Health Care For Depression Among Latina Women In Adams County, Alison P. Lauro
Student Publications
This research project focused on what barriers prevent Latina women in Adams County from accessing mental health care. A survey was distributed to 52 women over several weeks. These participants, particularly immigrant and undocumented women, have lower rates of health insurance, low incomes, and limited transportation, and the county does not have accessible, Spanish speaking mental health professionals, which makes it nearly impossible for these women to access mental healthcare in the county.
Between Crazy And Fine, Annette Aguilera-Gonzalez
Between Crazy And Fine, Annette Aguilera-Gonzalez
SURGE
As a young Latina, I grew up hiding the fact that I met with a therapist and that I suffered from depression and anxiety. Conversations about mental well-being or taking steps to cope with anxiety were non-existent in my community of friends and family. It was always a taboo topic, an area that we never touched. People were labeled as “crazy” and serious situations were swept under the rug. Seldom was I offered empathy or support. [excerpt]