not even talked about anymore,” he told Men’s Health. Yet, he continues to focus on his own health journey, which is his biggest priority.
As of late, the topic of Black male health has become a topic of conversation among many people. Many people are striving to break the stigma around mental health conversations, but it has also led to a number of challenges that can arise as a result of a desire for change in this regard. As a result of the barriers that exist in the mental health field, Black men can often find it difficult to obtain the adequate treatment they are entitled to receive.
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In addition, barriers like this contribute to the growing suicide rate among young Black men in the United States. According to the Suicide Prevention Resource Center, in 2020 suicide was the third leading cause of death for Black Americans.
The process of seeking professional help when it comes to taking care of your mental health can be challenging at times, but other options are available for you. When you prioritize your physical health by participating in stress-reducing activities such as yoga and by engaging in mental activities such as journaling, you can learn to feel more at ease.
We hope that rappers like Method Man can play a role in helping to end the stigma surrounding asking for help when you need it.