This paper discusses the considerations, challenges, and implications of treating diverse populations (by race, age, ability, and other factors) in any of the varied crisis settings.
Resources to Support Mental Health and Coping with the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
SPRC compiled a selection of webpages and information sheets on mental health and coping with the effects of COVID-19.
Crisis Services: Meeting Needs, Saving Lives
This book is composed of SAMHSA’s “National Guidelines for Behavioral Health Crisis Care: Best Practice Toolkit” and related papers on crisis services.
Providing Culturally Relevant Crisis Services (Part 2): Culturally Responsive Factors in COVID-19
Dr. Michelle Evans describes how culture impacts our experiences of external crisis and internal distress, and how to provide more culturally responsive telehealth care.
Culturally Responsive and Socially Distanced Suicide Prevention: Safety Planning and Other Resources in Pandemic Times
Dr. Heliana Ramirez describes how to guide clients in creating Safety Plans tailored to their specific needs and cultural strengths with the limited resources available under social distancing orders.