Vic Armstrong
Vic Armstrong
Arielle Sheftall - Numbers Don't Lie
Arielle Sheftall - Numbers Don't Lie
Arielle Sheftall - Numbers Don't Lie
Thursday 26th October 2023
Tune into Strong Talk as Dr. Arielle Sheftall discusses youth mental health challenges in Black and brown communities, emphasizing tailored support and community involvement.
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Get the buttons here!Dr. Arielle Sheftall: Addressing Youth Mental Health in Black and Brown Communities
Episode Overview
- Dr. Arielle Sheftall discusses mental health challenges in Black and brown communities, particularly among young people
- Insights into youth mental health and suicide research, focusing on racial disparities in suicide rates
- Emphasis on the need for community involvement in suicide prevention and tailored support for diverse communities
- Introduction of the 988 crisis hotline and the importance of culturally relevant interventions in suicide prevention
- Addressing the imperative need for a community-oriented approach to mental health and suicide issues
Suicide is a community issue. It deserves a community response. And that is Strong Talk.
Ever wondered how mental health challenges uniquely impact Black and brown communities, especially among young people? In this episode of the 'Strong Talk' podcast, host Vic Armstrong sits down with Dr. Arielle Sheftall, an Associate Professor at the University of Rochester Medical Center. Dr. Sheftall dives deep into her research on youth mental health and suicide, shedding light on the racial disparities that influence these issues.
With a background in psychiatry and a role on the Diversity, Inclusion, Culture, and Equity (DICE) Board, she brings a wealth of knowledge and personal experience to the table. Dr. Sheftall discusses the specific risk factors and protective measures for suicidal behavior in youth of color and emphasizes the critical role of community involvement in suicide prevention. The conversation also touches on the 988 crisis hotline and the importance of culturally relevant interventions in mental health care.
This episode offers a heartfelt and informative look at the urgent need for tailored support and resources to help diverse communities thrive.