Episode 38: Navigating Machismo, LGBTQ+ Identity, and Mental Health in Latino Communities with Fernanda Mazcot

Host Raj Sundar & guest Fernanda Mazcot continue the conversation about the challenges of mental health accessibility, focusing on the value of drop-in services in breaking down barriers and making mental health more approachable and inclusive. The discussion also delves into the specific approaches to addressing mental health for the youth in the Latino community, including nonclinical methods such as workshops, book clubs, and cultural events. The conversation addresses sensitive topics such as machismo and the LGBTQ+ identity within the religious and faith-based Latino community. Fernanda shares insights on supporting smaller communities within the larger community, addressing generational trauma, and the importance of understanding and respecting cultural beliefs and practices when providing mental health services.

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