Toward strengths-based, culturally responsive mental health interventions

What is it about?

The present investigation explored the relationship between ethnic-racial socialization messages and resilience. The findings demonstrated that not all ethnic-racial socialization messages are protective for Latine young adults, particularly those that promote cultural mistrust.

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Why is it important?

These results suggest that ethnic-racial socialization agents (e.g., parents, educators, and mental health professionals) should be mindful of the messages that are communicated to Latine individuals to ensure these messages support Latine peoples’ development and well-being.