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Mother-Daughter Therapists Use Different Techniques To Support BIPOC, LGBTQ Communities

Atiya JordanJanuary 4, 2022January 4, 2022

by Atiya JordanJanuary 4, 2022January 4, 2022338

At Magnolia Wellness, a mother-and-daughter team employs different therapy techniques to support the mental health needs of people of color and the LGBTQ population....

Lifestyle News

‘America’s First Mental Health Barbershop Movement’ Keeps Earning Accolades

Atiya JordanJanuary 3, 2022January 3, 2022

by Atiya JordanJanuary 3, 2022January 3, 20223162

A movement set out to change the lives of our Black boys and men....

Health and Wellness

How to Spread Cheer and Stay Happy During The Holidays

Ce AndersonDecember 21, 2021December 23, 2021

by Ce AndersonDecember 21, 2021December 23, 2021413

The holidays evoke feelings of joy and spark happiness, but it's also a time of immense sadness for many people. Licensed Therapist, Trauma Expert Ce...

Lifestyle News

Venus Williams, WTA, and BetterHealth Announce $2 Million Free Mental Health Giveaway

Atiya JordanDecember 14, 2021December 14, 2021

by Atiya JordanDecember 14, 2021December 14, 20211262

It is refreshing to see tennis star Venus Williams use her voice, her writing, and her resources in an effort to break down the barriers...

Lifestyle

Chance The Rapper Opens Up About His Mental Health Struggles

Cedric 'BIG CED' ThorntonOctober 29, 2021October 29, 2021

by Cedric 'BIG CED' ThorntonOctober 29, 2021October 29, 20211922

Chance The Rapper opens up about mental health issues with Taraji P. Henson for her Facebook Watch series, "Peace of Mind with Taraji."...

Contributors Leadership

Is Your Company’s Employee Assistance Program Meeting The Needs Of Your Diverse Staff?

Valerie RainfordAugust 17, 2021August 16, 2021

by Valerie RainfordAugust 17, 2021August 16, 2021538

An employee assistance program can be a resource for struggling employees but providers need the cultural competence to connect with diverse staff...

Health and Wellness

Like Many Athletes, Mental Health Challenges Can Impact The Performance of Black Students

Jeffrey McKinneyJuly 30, 2021July 30, 2021

by Jeffrey McKinneyJuly 30, 2021July 30, 2021677

Black and Hispanic parents are respectively seven to nine percentage points more likely than White parents to report higher levels of concern bout their child's mental...

Health and Wellness Sports

Young Black Athletes Spark Mental Health Revolution in Sports

Jeroslyn JohnsonJuly 23, 2021July 24, 2021

by Jeroslyn JohnsonJuly 23, 2021July 24, 20211102

Names like Naomi Osaka, Raven Saunders, and Simone Biles are among an emerging group of young Black athletes who have taken control over their mental...

Career Contributors

Chrisette Michele Creates The Inner Peace Academy to Help Visionaries Realign With Their Purpose

Jessica MosleyJune 12, 2021June 12, 2021

by Jessica MosleyJune 12, 2021June 12, 20212253

Chrisette Michele is a Grammy Award-winning R&B recording artist most known for her wedding anthem, “A Couple of Forevers” and her hit with Rick Ross,...

Sports

Naomi Osaka Refusing Post-Game Interviews At French Open To Protect Her Mental Health

Jeroslyn JohnsonMay 28, 2021May 28, 2021

by Jeroslyn JohnsonMay 28, 2021May 28, 20215139

Naomi Osaka is playing the game of tennis. Sis isn’t playing when it comes to her mental health. The 4x Grand Slam title holder is...