ICPS
2021 APS Virtual Convention
Health Disparities in Mental Health Service Utilization: A 16-Year Longitudinal Study of Delinquent Youth after Detention
Over 60% of youth in detention have a mental health disorder. However, little is known about whether youth who need services receive them. Using data from the Northwestern Juvenile Project, we examine service use up to 16 years after detention. Black males were the least likely to receive needed services.
Chairs & Discussants
- María José LunaSpeaker
Northwestern University - David AabyDiscussant
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - Leah WeltyDiscussant
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - Karen AbramDiscussant
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - Linda TeplinDiscussant
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine