Aligning Mental Health Care for Marginalized Older Adults: Clinical and Professional Development Considerations
2024
Improving Mental Health Care for Older Adults
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Author Information
Author(s): Renn Brenna, Kern Kristopher
Hypothesis
Can culturally responsive practices improve mental health care for marginalized older adults?
Conclusion
Culturally responsive practices can enhance care engagement and optimize outcomes for older adults from diverse backgrounds.
Supporting Evidence
- Culturally responsive practice can improve care engagement.
- Training that reflects diversity can help retain students from marginalized backgrounds.
- The symposium included actionable steps for improving mental health services.
Takeaway
This study talks about how making mental health care more inclusive can help older people feel better and get better care.
Methodology
The symposium included presentations and discussions on strategies for improving mental health care for marginalized older adults.
Participant Demographics
The study involved geropsychologists and trainees across the U.S.
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