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  • ABOUT
    • The Mission
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    • The Research
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    • Mental Health Facts
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    • Victor Luna (Web Series)
    • Workshops & Events
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    • Dr. Jon's Message
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TRUE. Non-English speakers are 55% less likely than English speakers.

TRUE. Non-English speakers are 55% less likely than English speakers.

TRUE. Non-English speakers are 55% less likely than English speakers.

TRUE. Non-English speakers are 55% less likely than English speakers.

TRUE. Non-English speakers are 55% less likely than English speakers.

TRUE. Non-English speakers are 55% less likely than English speakers.

APRIL MENTAL HEALTH FACTS

April Fact #1

April Fact #1

April Fact #1

🌱 1. Spring Is a Season of Renewal — But Also Emotional Complexity

In many Latin American traditions, spring symbolizes rebirth and transformation, aligned with cultural celebrations like Semana Santa or Primavera. While nature blooms, mental health can feel out of sync — especially for immigrants or communities navigating seasonal changes while carrying emotional stress, grief, or burnout.

Did you know? Emotional shifts during seasonal transitions can trigger springtime blues in people with a history of anxiety or depression — especially when stress from school, work, or caregiving builds up during this “busy” season.

April Fact #2

April Fact #1

April Fact #1

⚾ 2. Baseball Is a Cultural Connector — and a Mental Health Microcosm

Baseball is deeply rooted in LatinX communities — especially in places like the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Venezuela, and among U.S. Latino families. Beyond fandom, baseball teaches resilience, focus, and emotional regulation — key mental health strengths!

Did you know? In sports psychology, players use grounding techniques like breath control and visualization — tools that therapists often teach for managing anxiety and trauma. These same skills can be applied in daily life.

April Fact #3

April Fact #1

April Fact #3

🌼 3. April Is National Minority Health Month

April is officially National Minority Health Month in the U.S., a time to raise awareness about health disparities and access issues that affect LatinX, Black, Indigenous, and Asian communities.

Did you know? LatinX adults are less likely to seek mental health treatment than white adults — but when care is culturally responsive, engagement improves dramatically. That’s why bilingual providers, family-centered therapy, and culturally grounded resources like the PUENTE Toolkit matter.

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