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Date

2023

Abstract

Perinatal mental health outcomes are worse in New Americans, particularly in refugee patients. Mental health stigma and cultural differences in views on mental illness impact New Americans’ willingness to discuss mental health concerns with healthcare workers. This is in addition to language barriers, time constraints, financial barriers, and general mistrust of medical professionals.

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Riverside Community Health Center

Keywords

perinatal mental health, New Americans, refugees, depression, Vermont

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Medical Education | Primary Care

Bridging Cultural Barriers to Perinatal Mental Health Care in New Americans

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