Resources for Minority Mental Health

The Kids Mental Health Foundation has tips for parents and teachers to teach kids about microaggressions; every day subtle, intentional or unintentional interactions or behaviors that communicate some sort of bias toward historically marginalized groups.

Unfortunately, children are often excluded, bullied, treated unfairly, or discriminated against because of their racial or ethnic background. That’s why it is important to help children develop a strong identity that embraces your family’s ethnicity and culture.

• Latine cultural values like Familismo, Personalismo, and spirituality act as powerful protective factors that support mental wellness and resilience.
• Teaching acceptance-based coping and modeling faith-driven resilience, among others, empowers Latine youth to manage stress and uncertainty with strength and hope.
• Parents and caregivers can nurture mental health by celebrating traditions, building strong family bonds and encouraging community involvement, helping children feel connected and confident.

• Your child’s connection with their therapist is key to successful treatment; see how to find someone who understands them.
• Learn how your family’s background and identity shape your child’s mental health needs, and why a culturally informed therapist can make all the difference.
• Get steps on how to research, evaluate and choose a therapist who respects your child’s identity and delivers evidence-based care.

Latine children show higher rates of mental illness and suicidal thoughts than other children their age. We help you understand why they are more likely to be impacted and how parents and caregivers can help.

Racism places a tremendous burden on all Americans, but especially Black Americans who are disproportionately affected by unequal systems in our society. For adults and especially children, it is important to find ways to cope with this burden.

Learn how your children might respond to these events based on their age group as well as the best ways to offer support and guidance.

If you are unsure how to start the conversation with your kids, use these resources to help guide you – from setting an example to asking the right questions.

Children born in the US from immigrant parents, or those who arrived at an early age, actually show worse mental and physical health outcomes than those currently immigrating. This is called the immigrant paradox.

Data shows that AAPI parents are three times less likely to seek mental health counseling for their children than white parents. Our experts have resources to help AAPI parents talk to their children about their feelings.

Celebrate the incredible stories and changes Black people have contributed to the world. Building kids’ cultural pride is good for their mental health.

• Learn how to build and acknowledge your child’s resilience in a healthy way during the celebration of Black History Month
• Recognize that having to be resilient all the time can be harmful and lead to burnout.

You see it on the news all the time – a conflict, a war, a natural disaster. People fleeing their homes. It gets you thinking about refugees and immigrant resettlement. You may wonder how you can help make their transition to your community easier.

Our experts help you have conversations with your child about their experiences and feelings, and help you help them work through racism, stereotypes and discrimination.