Depression is still a taboo topic, especially within the African-American community. With one Black person dying every 4.5 hours by suicide in the U.S., there are more of us suffering from depression than we even realize or care to admit. These celebrities are proof that money and fame do not equal happiness.
Hollywood After Dark: Black Celebrities Who’ve Overcome Depression
by Princess Gabbara
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Millions of Americans are dealing with depression, and according to a 2025 Gallup report, the numbers are higher than ever. During 2019, about 13 percent of Americans reported having to manage depression. In 2025, this percentage rose to a little read more about This ‘Feel Good’ Hormone May Give Your Depression Medication a Run For Its Money

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BlackDoctor Survey Reveals Deep Skepticism Toward TrumpRx Prescription Drug Program
On Feb. 5, the Trump administration launched TrumpRx, a new digital platform designed to help Americans navigate the often-crushing costs of prescription drugs. While President Trump has called the initiative “one of the most transformative health care initiatives of all read more about BlackDoctor Survey Reveals Deep Skepticism Toward TrumpRx Prescription Drug Program

7 Reasons Black People Don’t Participate in Cancer Clinical Trials
Clinical trials play a pivotal role in advancing cancer research and improving treatment options for individuals battling this formidable disease. They provide a pathway to access cutting-edge therapies and contribute to the collective knowledge that informs future cancer treatments. However, read more about 7 Reasons Black People Don’t Participate in Cancer Clinical Trials

Wrist Tech May Predict Depression Relapse Early—and What That Means for Black People
A recent study from McMaster University found that wrist-worn wearable devices (such as smartwatches) can detect sleep irregularities that may signal the risk of depression relapse several weeks before it happens. Relapse in major depressive disorder (MDD) is fairly common, read more about Wrist Tech May Predict Depression Relapse Early—and What That Means for Black People

A Mentally Challenging Job Could Help Ward Off Dementia
While every worker would prefer a fun, mentally stimulating job, new research reveals an added bonus: Such work could help prevent dementia in old age. On-the-job intellectual stimulation appears to lower levels of certain proteins that block brain cells from read more about A Mentally Challenging Job Could Help Ward Off Dementia
