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To this day, black women and depression have been a topic that has been shoved to the side and not considered much of a health risk. Much to our misfortune, one of the leading health issues in the U.S. is mental illness, especially within the African-American population; more specifically major depressive disorder (MDD). Though there has been an uprise of awareness, there are still major hurdles we need to face. According to data collected from the Mental Health of America, in the past year, 16% of African-Americans reported having a psychiatric disorder. The data also showed that African-Americans are more likely to have feelings of sadness, worthlessness, and hopelessness than white Americans. That’s well over 7 million Americans who are faced with psychiatric symptoms and conditions. Societal Impact on Mental Health It’s […]
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As a mental health expert I have worked with many women who present well on the surface, but who are secretly depressed inside. Women of color are half as likely to seek treatment for their depression, and are still held to higher expectations in their professional and personal lives. Depression grows in isolation, so keeping it a secret can be harmful. It will eventually seep through the cracks and lead to emotional and physical burnout. So instead of pretending that it’s not there, it may be helpful to ask a different question: How can I manage my depression in a loving way, while continuing to take care of business and pursue my dreams? We asked five women to share their personal tips and suggestions: 1. I start with the most […]
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