Latinx Immigrant Mental Health in the United States: How the Past Affects the Present

Keynote Speaker – Oscar Fernando Rojas Perez, Ph.D.

Disparities in mental health are more evident than ever, especially among the Latinx immigrant community. In response to the burden of mental health concerns experienced by the Latinx immigrant community, this talk will focus on historical events and sociopolitical factors that contribute to Latinx immigrant mental health disparities.
Arizona's Health Literacy Conference
2022
Language, Culture & Diversity
Public Health
Audience
Health Care Professionals, Public Health Professionals, Community-Based and Social Service Professionals
Setting
Community-Based Organizations and Nonprofits, Behavioral Health and Substance-Use Settings
Level
Advanced