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The term model minority sounds positive right? You are the best there is, others should follow in your footsteps! WRONG. How detrimental it must be to be pitted against other groups of people? How inappropriate to say, “you integrate into our society in a way we feel is acceptable?'“ How does this impact mental health? Let’s remember that to be the best allies we can, we must be educated in the harm being experienced. Check out this article on the issue with the model minority.

Let’s dig a little bit deeper to better understand why we should investigate the model minority myth. As society pushes people to place their worth in success, fulfilling stereotypes and “staying strong” we leave so much room for isolation, depression, and harmful self talk. How can we address stereotypes and help communities seek help? By understanding the impact of minority mental health disparities.

No time to read? No problem, watch or listen to this 5 minute video on how to stop the stigma around mental health! To better understand the impact of racism and mental health watch this 5 minute video.

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