You are what you eat…The link between food and mental health Food and mental health Food and mental health are highly intertwined. The human body needs appropriate nutrients in order to function properly. Nourishing your body with nutritious foods helps you show up as the best version of yourself. Learning to balance your diet […]
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Exploring why there is stigma around mental health issues in the Black community. Stigma is a major barrier that prevents those in the Black community from seeking treatment for mental illness. Stigmas surrounding mental illness are formed through different experiences, traditions, and education. Personal anecdotes from friends and family also play a key […]
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How to Cope with Situational Depression Unfortunately, we have little to no control over certain events in life. Some situations may be expected, while others are not. Regardless of why some things happen, our emotions may be negatively impacted if the outcome is viewed as undesirable. Situational Depression is caused by a circumstance […]
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What You Need to Know About Mental Health In The Black Community All races in America experience mental health equally. However, the number of people receiving treatment differs based on race. For instance, African Americans suffer from mental health conditions at the same rate as other racial groups but are less likely to […]
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When someone you care about is suffering from depression, it can be an overwhelmingly helpless feeling. Naturally, you’d like to ease that person’s pain in any way that you can, but it can be challenging to know the best way to help. Part of the problem is that people experiencing depression are often reluctant […]
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Mental Health in the Black Community Wellness has been a topic on the minds of many in recent years. The COVID pandemic has only exacerbated mental health issues around the globe. Added to that, recently, the world has been exposed to social inequities that are particularly affecting the black community and have […]
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The Importance of Self Care in for your Overall Health What is self care? You’ve probably heard people throw around the term self care. At first, it can sound complicated. But, we assure you it’s not. Self care is simply the act of taking care of yourself. In the busy world we live […]
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Tips to Healthy Living and Achieving Optimal Mental Health, Physical Health, and Social Health What is considered a healthy lifestyle? Living a healthy lifestyle goes far beyond just exercising or watching what you eat. According to the World Health Organization, a healthy lifestyle is defined as “A complete state of mental, physical, and social […]
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