Comparing racial/ethnic differences in mental health service use among high-need subpopulations across clinical and school-based settings

J Adolesc Health. 2010 Jun;46(6):603-6. doi: 10.1016/j.jadohealth.2009.11.221. Epub 2010 Feb 4.

Abstract

Racial/ethnic differences in mental health service use among adolescents in clinic and school settings for three high-need populations are examined. Results indicate no racial/ethnic differences in school-based use contrasted with significant differences in clinical settings. Schools may be critical avenues for reduction of unmet mental health need among racial/ethnic minorities.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Ethnicity / psychology*
  • Female
  • Health Services Needs and Demand*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Mental Health Services / statistics & numerical data*
  • Psychology, Adolescent*
  • Racial Groups / psychology*
  • Schools*
  • Vereinigte Staaten