Structural Racism and Mental Health: Challenges and Opportunities

Structural racism is the main driver of mental health inequities and poor mental health outcomes, and yet, few understand the outsized role that structural racism places in the identification, diagnosis, and management of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. This presentation will examine key concepts associated with structural racism, will provide clear examples of how structural racism manifests in our mental health care system, and will discuss strategies for dismantling structural racism in our communities and institutions.