Some people say suck it up, others say, "you'll get over it." But when you're in trouble, or feel that you have no one, it's hard to do either one of those. Especially when your ... Read More
Depression
Why Racial Representation Matters in Mental Health Care
It’s a well-documented medical reality that some patients get worse care simply because of who they are. Women who go to the ER with acute abdominal pain are less likely to ... Read More
FDA Approves 1st Drug For Tardive Dyskinesia
Ingrezza (valbenazine), the first drug to treat adults with the neurological disorder tardive dyskinesia, has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The ... Read More
Medicines + Sex: Not Always A Good Mix
Drugs and certain medications seem to be all the hype these days amongst youth and mainstream media. It’s now popular to drop hints of your private drug usage to the world. ... Read More
4 Ways to Support a Loved One Through Depression
The eve of Jan 30th, 2018 tragedy struck my family in the worst way. This was the day we discovered my 21-year-old cousin Paul had committed suicide. It pains me to even type ... Read More
Diet May Be the Key to Reduce Risk of Depression
People with diabetes are at increased risk for depression. In fact, studies show people with diabetes are twice as likely to experience depression compared to individuals without ... Read More
YOGA CAN HELP WITH DEPRESSION. HERE’S HOW.
’Tis the season that reintroduces us to breezy weather, our beloved rooftop brunches with friends and beachside spring break trips. That’s right, spring is right around the corner ... Read More
5 Millennial Black Leaders in Mental Health & Wellness
In my younger years, when I thought of mental health and wellness, I often thought it was something that older people had to worry about. Recognizing healthy mental conditions and ... Read More
4 Easy Ways To Tell If You’re Depressed
Sometimes the signs aren’t always clear. If you find yourself feeling a sudden heavy emotion in stressful situations from time to time, you may not be suffering from depression. ... Read More
It’s Time to Journal Your Way to Happiness
In the black community, the stigmas on depression and seeking help stem from a multitude of factors from lack of knowledge, socio-economic status, and trust, to the scarcity of ... Read More
Is Your Job The Source of Your Depression?
Understanding the displacement of African Americans in the workplace can be a serious feat. From oppression and discrimination to exclusion and solitary, finding your “place” ... Read More
Early-Onset Puberty Could Be the Source of Adult Depression in Some Women
“Quite frankly, I've been depressed for most of my life,” says Latoya Shauntay Snell, of Brooklyn, who started menstruating at the age of 9. “The earliest time that I can recall ... Read More
5 Tips For Getting Through Seasonal Depression
Each year, people fall victim to seasonal depression. Seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, begins in late fall and usually subsides with the coming of spring. According to the ... Read More
6 Ways To Protect Your Mental Health At Work
Mental health has been one of the most talked about topics last year and this year is starting out no different. Many celebrities like Michelle Williams, Kid Cudi, Jenifer Lewis ... Read More