Black Churches and Mental Health Professionals

Keith Dempsey · S. Kent Butler · LaTrece Gaither

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Religion, Spirituality, and Psychology Mental Health Treatment and Access Theological Perspectives and Practices

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African Americans reportedly have a greater severity of untreated mental health disorders than any other known racial group. History purports that African Americans are more likely to rely on the elders of their churches and their own spiritual beliefs, rather than seek support from mental health professionals. Due to past and present experiences with institutionalized racism in America, Black church leadership and their members have been apprehensive to collaborate with mental health agencies. This article explores how clergy of Black churches and leaders in mental health agencies may collaborate to provide culturally sensitive services for African Americans.

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