Black maternal health isn’t just about the birth process, but it’s also about Black mom’s mental health. Thanks to the age of social media, more women are feeling comfortable to share their journeys with postpartum depression, but a lesser talked about mental health condition connected to childbirth is postpartum anxiety. A mom dealing with postpartum… Continue reading Postpartum Anxiety Is the Lesser Talked About Maternal Mood Disorder
Category: Mental Health
Postpartum Depression Can Feel Never Ending, It Shouldn’t Be
The outcry for equity in Black maternal health is more critical than ever. Statistics paint a grim picture. Black mothers in the U.S. are dying at three to four times the rate of white mothers. Between 29 – 44% of Black women experience postpartum depressive symptoms after childbirth. Black moms are less likely to be… Continue reading Postpartum Depression Can Feel Never Ending, It Shouldn’t Be
How to Deal When Celebrating Others in the Midst of Sadness
When life gets overwhelming, it can be extremely difficult to be happy for others. Celebrating others’ wins, accomplishments and joyous moments in the midst of sadness may seem burdensome during this time. As you are navigating loss and disappointment, it is important to shift your mindset. Both happiness and grief can coexist. Here’s how to… Continue reading How to Deal When Celebrating Others in the Midst of Sadness
Stress Is Killing Black Women, Expert Says
There’s been a lot of headlines recently about “the glass cliff” – the phenomenon where Black women are placed in positions of senior leadership during crises without being given the resources to succeed. In simple terms, Black women are set up to fail. Meanwhile, as they are busy advancing to senior level positions, breaking the… Continue reading Stress Is Killing Black Women, Expert Says
Here’s How To Navigate A Being Ghosted By A Close Friend
Being ghosted is becoming more common in the online dating world. However, when a longtime friend ghosts you, the impact stings differently. Ghosting is the end of a personal relationship that typically happens unexpectedly. It involves the abrupt stop in all forms of communication and manifests itself as if the connection didn’t exist between the individual… Continue reading Here’s How To Navigate A Being Ghosted By A Close Friend
Navigating Bipolar Disorder: A Black Woman’s Journey to Wellness
Seasoned journalist and on-air host Danteé Ramos was 29-years-old, when her doctor diagnosed her with bipolar disorder. She began realizing behaviors that weren’t normal and found herself grappling with symptoms that initially masqueraded as Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder. “I just swore it was my hormones,” she told 21Ninety. “My episodes tend to start around my hormonal… Continue reading Navigating Bipolar Disorder: A Black Woman’s Journey to Wellness
7 Black Women Nature Enthusiasts to Inspire Your Next Outdoor Adventure
The sights, sounds and scents of nature have a positive effect on mental health. The outdoors helps alleviate anxiety and restore inner balance. It offers a sanctuary for the mind, providing peace, inspiration and rejuvenation. Since spring officially has begun in the western hemisphere, there’s no better time to get active outdoors. Check out these Instagram… Continue reading 7 Black Women Nature Enthusiasts to Inspire Your Next Outdoor Adventure
The Best Sites to Find Your New Therapist
Congratulations on taking the courageous step towards prioritizing your mental health by considering therapy. Deciding to seek therapy is a significant milestone, and finding the right therapist can make all the difference in your journey towards healing and self-discovery. For Black women, finding a therapist who understands and affirms your unique experiences and cultural nuances… Continue reading The Best Sites to Find Your New Therapist
Top Concerns Black Therapists See from Their Black Clients
Black therapists are not only tasked with addressing the psychological well-being of their Black clients but also serve as cultural translators and advocates for them. Because of this, it’s often beneficial for Black people to have a Black therapist who fully understands what they endure daily. Alma, a mental healthcare company, shared insights from Black… Continue reading Top Concerns Black Therapists See from Their Black Clients
Working Out Can Significantly Improve Your Mental Health
Working out has many benefits for the body, including the physical components that result from consistency. Summertime is quickly approaching and as the saying goes, “Summer bodies are built in the winter.” Whether the goal is sculpting, losing or gaining weight, exercising is crucial to a person’s well-being. Mental health and exercise go hand in… Continue reading Working Out Can Significantly Improve Your Mental Health