Exploring the historical and intergenerational factors which impact mental illness affecting Black and minority ethnic communities.

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 09:30 - 11:00 

This session will explore how racial discrimination impacts on lived experiences and different types of mental disorders, and the implications for practice and safeguarding.

Objectives

• Explore the historical and intergenerational impact of 'race', culture , ethnicity, and spirituality on experiences of emotional distress

• Examine the spheres of victimisation and oppression and the impact on mental health difficulties that BME children and families experience

• Examine cultural, professional, institutional, structural, and historical victimisation and discrimination

• Explore some of the risks and challenges associated with negative cultural attitudes towards adult mental illness and neurodiversity in children from Black and minority communities

The session will be led by Marcia Rice.

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