Mental illness affects people of all ages, genders, races and backgrounds. However, there are significant disparities and inequities in access to mental health care and the quality of treatment – which are driven by multiple social and economic factors.

Social, Economic Health Inequities Drive Mental Health Disparities Among Marginalized Groups

Dr. Dayna LePlatte is a medical director in utilization management at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan.

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