Addressing inequalities in mental health through an intersectional lens

Jo Warner

Chapter 26 in Handbook on Intersectionality and Social Work, 2026, pp 344-354 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: Given the long-standing racial disparities in mental health, the central focus of this chapter is on the intersections of race, ethnicity and mental distress, including the particularly toxic mix of experiences for certain groups. Black people are almost five times more likely to be detained under the Mental Health Act than white people. A particular emphasis in the chapter is on young Black men and the experiences of Black women because outcomes for these groups are significantly poorer in the context of the disadvantages they face in society. The social work role in the use of state power under the Mental Health Act is significant, with the statutory role of the Approved Mental Health Professional still largely undertaken by social workers. The chapter directs the reader to ways in which social workers can utilise an intersectional approach to respond effectively to the complexities around race and mental health.

Keywords: Mental Illness; Race; Young Black Men; Black Women (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
ISBN: 9781035324453
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