Race and gender identities can interact to affect an individual's perception of their need for mental health services.

Intersectionality and Perceived Need

Researchers believe that differences in perceived need due to cultural beliefs, social norms, and environmental factors could explain why some groups of people struggle with voluntarily seeking out mental health services. 

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An individual's awareness of problems and issues relating to their wellbeing--- specifically, how their health (mental/emotional/physical) is being affected, along with a comprehension of the necessity of professional treatment to help. 

Perceived Need

Villatoro, A. P., Mays, V. M., Ponce, N. A., &amp; Aneshensel, C. S. (2017). Perceived need for mental health care: The intersection of race, ethnicity, gender, and socioeconomic status. Society and Mental Health, 8(1), 1–24. https://doi.org/10.1177/2156869317718889 

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