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July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month! We stand with USCRI to raise awareness about the unique mental health challenges faced by communities of color. This month is dedicated to enhancing public understanding and promoting effective strategies to eradicate stigma and break down barriers to mental health care. National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month was established in 2008 to honor Bebe Moore Campbell, an author and advocate who tirelessly highlighted mental health issues in underrepresented communities. Her efforts led to the designation of July as a time to focus on improving access to mental health services and promoting public awareness of mental health issues within underserved populations. People from racial and ethnic minority groups are less likely to receive mental health treatment compared to their white counterparts. Communities of color are more likely to experience poor mental health outcomes due to the lack of access to quality care and the stigma surrounding mental health issues. According to the CDC, more than 1 in 5 U.S. adults live with a mental illness, with minority populations often facing additional challenges due to systemic barriers and discrimination. #Art plays a significant role in mental health awareness and healing. It provides a creative outlet for expressing and processing emotions, particularly those difficult to verbalize. Engaging in artistic activities can help individuals release feelings of stress, anxiety, and depression, promoting a sense of emotional release and catharsis. Through art, we can foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of the diverse experiences within our communities, helping to dismantle stigma and build connections. Support minority mental health awareness this month. Together, we can make a difference. #MinorityMentalHealth #AwarenessMonth #HiddenTruthsProject #USCRI #MentalHealthMatters

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