Mental Health

       Mental health has been historically disinvested and our community is a clear example of this. Not only are we underrepresented, we also have a cultural barrier fueled by machismo that gets in the way of our residents receiving much needed mental health care. Therapy and medication are pillars of mental healthcare, but they aren't the only factors affecting it. A holistic approach is arising, one in which we also focus on the financial, environmental, physical, social, emotional, occupational, and intellectual aspects that affect our mental health. Consequently, our community needs resources targeting each and every one of these issues. I hope this mural brings some awareness to this topic in order for our community to be healthier overall.