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March 24, 2021

Mental health equity: barriers and solutions

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Dr. McClendon, an expert on how racism shapes mental health disparities, discusses how employers can address stigma, equitable access, and the social determinants of health.

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There are challenges and barriers to creating Mental Health Equity in the workplace. Despite many employers making conscious efforts in and focus on diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEI&B) initiatives there are still gaps and opportunities to ensure all employees’ mental health is supported.

Join Dr. Juliette McClendon, an expert on the role of racism and discrimination in shaping racial/ethnic mental health disparities, and Dr. Jenna Carl, VP of Clinical Development & Medical Affairs at Big Health as they bring to life how the below impact mental health equity:

  • Societal Stigma
  • Equitable Access
  • Social Determinants of Health
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