What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is HR 4884.
Mental Health Support for Latinos: Education and Stigma Reduction
This act aims to improve access to mental health information for the Latino community in the U.S. It focuses on creating culturally and linguistically appropriate educational programs to reduce the stigma associated with mental health conditions and substance abuse. This will help Latino citizens more easily find help and understand symptoms, positively impacting their daily lives and well-being.
Key points
Implementation of a mental health outreach and education strategy, culturally and linguistically tailored to the needs of Latino communities.
Increased awareness of mental illness symptoms and substance abuse, considering differences within subgroups (e.g., gender, age, sexual orientation).
Provision of information on evidence-based, culturally and linguistically appropriate interventions and treatments.
Promotion of a holistic view of health, connecting behavioral and physical health, and addressing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Status:
Expired
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