In this episode we will discuss the history of Latinx people and immigration to the United States. We will discuss past, current, and the changes in health disparities among Latinx individuals within the mental health realm. In this episode we dive deep into why it is important to identify specific ways to work with Latinx individuals and how vital it is to understand their culture.
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