Using community-based participatory research to develop a bilingual mental health survey for Latinos.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Despite rapid growth, Latino communities' mental health needs are unmet by existing services and research. Barriers may vary by geographic locations, but often include language, insurance coverage, immigration status, cultural beliefs, and lack of services.

Objectives

The aim of this research was development of a cross-sectional instrument to assess the mental health status, beliefs, and knowledge of resources among rural and urban Latinos residing in a Midwestern state.

Methods

The purpose of this article is to describe the community-based participatory research (CBPR) process of instrument development and lessons learned.

Results

A culturally relevant, 100-item bilingual survey instrument was developed by community and academic partners.

Lessons

SUBMITTER: Garcia CM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3276245 | biostudies-literature | 2008

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature