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What it’s like to be young and black in the mental health system

According to statistics black people are more likely to experience discrimination and misdiagnosis when accessing mental health services. The Mix finds out more about their experiences.

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Discrimination and misdiagnosis in the mental health system happens all too often for black people.

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  • YoungMinds are the voice for young people's mental health and wellbeing.
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Updated on 25-Oct-2017

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