The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Mental Health of African, Caribbean, and Black (ACB) People in Canada
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.The COVID-19 pandemic impacted African, Caribbean, and Black (ACB) Canadians' mental health, with many experiencing worsened well-being due to financial strain and lack of support. Access to culturally competent mental health care remains a significant barrier for this community.
Area Of Science
- Public Health
- Mental Health Research
- Sociology
Background
- The COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately affected African, Caribbean, and Black (ACB) populations in Canada, increasing SARS-CoV-2 exposure and severe disease risks.
- Limited understanding exists regarding the pandemic's specific mental health impacts on the ACB community.
Purpose Of The Study
- To identify factors associated with mental health changes in ACB Canadians during the pandemic.
- To provide guidance for enhancing access to mental health resources for ACB individuals.
Main Methods
- A national, cross-sectional online survey was conducted from May to July 2021 with 1,556 eligible ACB adults in Canada.
- Data included demographics, pandemic experiences, mental health status, and service access, analyzed using bivariate and multinomial logistic regression.
Main Results
- 33.1% of ACB participants reported worsened mental health, associated with younger age, reduced work hours, financial instability, lack of benefits, unsafe living conditions, and increased substance use.
- 25.4% reported improved mental health, linked to younger age, receiving benefits, and safer home environments.
- Barriers to mental health services included appointment difficulties, cost, pandemic restrictions, and a lack of culturally competent care.
Conclusions
- Pandemic-related relief measures positively impacted some ACB Canadians' mental health.
- Significant challenges persist in accessing mental health services, particularly concerning culturally competent care for the ACB community.
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