Black mothers in England are twice as likely to be hospitalized for perinatal mental illness due to structural inequalities, limited access to services, and cultural attitudes.
Black mothers in England are twice as likely to be hospitalized for perinatal mental illness compared to white mothers, according to a Guardian analysis of NHS figures. The disparity is attributed to structural inequalities, limited access to services, and cultural attitudes towards mental health. Black women accounted for 12% of hospital admissions despite making up 5% of deliveries between 2020 and 2023.
May 06, 2024
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