Forty Years in the Wilderness: A Review of Systemic Barriers to Reducing the Over-Representation of Black Men in the UK Psychiatric System

Abstract

This chapter briefly summaries research over the past four decades (and prior) associated with black men and mental health in the UK. The chapter also examines some responses to the research. This is because we unfortunately remain in a situation where black men in Britain are 17 times more likely than white counterparts to be diagnosed with a psychotic illness. Research into the mental health needs of black men has been conducted repeatedly in the UK, with each new generation hopeful for change. By briefly exploring some policies that have emerged to address this inequality, this chapter highlights the barriers to change.

Citation

Coleman-Oluwabusola, G. (2020), "Forty Years in the Wilderness: A Review of Systemic Barriers to Reducing the Over-Representation of Black Men in the UK Psychiatric System", Majors, R., Carberry, K. and Ransaw, T.S. (Ed.) The International Handbook of Black Community Mental Health, Emerald Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 343-359. https://doi.org/10.1108/978-1-83909-964-920201023