How The Buffalo Shooting And Other Acts Of Anti-Black Violence Are Impacting Our Mental Health
A clinical psychologist and professor speaks on the ways these acts of violence against Black lives impact our emotional well-being and what we can do about it.
SZA Talks Protecting Her Mental Health From 'Psychosis Inducing' Music Industry And Online Scrutiny
In a recent interview, the singer talks about navigating public scrutiny and the mental exhaustion she’s experienced as an artist.
70-Year-Old Woman Sues Tulsa Police Over Civil Rights Violations
Ladonna Paris’ lawsuit includes Mayor G.T. Bynum's and the city.
Keyshia Cole's Anxiety Sent Her To The Emergency Room: 'I Can Literally Feel My Heart Hurting'
After finding herself getting no sleep and having anxiety that left her physically in pain, the star finally got some answers as to what she's been dealing with.
After Losing His Mother, This Therapist Found Healing By Learning To Bake
After finding joy again in baking, Chase Cassine decided to help others grapple with grief with a book providing both delicious recipes and clinical advice.
After Storing Years Of Trauma In My Body, A Good Cry Helped Me Finally Release It
Do you believe that you can store trauma you don't deal with within the body? This writer shares her long, grueling journey to releasing it.
Want To Get Into Meditation? We Asked A Yogi How To Get Started.
If mental blocks are keeping you from exploring meditation, we’ve got a few tips that will put your mind at ease.
On Black Men's Mental Health And The Need To Show Grace
The recent public events have created a debate about right versus wrong. That is not the issue. It is about the need for mental health care, and to be well enough to better help, heal and extend grace
Setting Boundaries With Family Is Hard But It's A Necessary Act Of Self-Love
Family relationships can be complicated, but setting boundaries can lead to healthier ones.
I Left My Corporate Job And Became A Yoga Instructor To Help Black Women Handle The Stress That Almost Took Me Out
When the stress of corporate America left her with debilitating anxiety and depression, Asia left that world behind and leaned on yoga to find peace. Now she helps others do the same as an instructor.
Create Boundaries And Check In With Yourself: Protecting Your Mental Health In The Midst Of 'Always-On' Work Culture
Social worker Ebony Davis offers strategies helpful for people needing support in remaining emotionally and mentally regulated amid today's demanding work culture.
It's World Teen Mental Health Day. Here's How To Talk To Them About What They're Going Through.
Depression and suicide are common challenges among U.S. teens. ESSENCE speaks to a teen therapist about how adults can help youth protect their mental health.
T.I.'s Daughter Deyjah Harris Bravely Reveals Her Scars While Sharing Message About Self-Harm
"I need you to see that if I can be brave enough to share this part of myself/my journey with the world, then you can too."
Broken Heart Syndrome Is On The Rise And The Superwoman Phenomenon Is Partly To Blame
There have been a surge in cases impacting women during the pandemic, but the habit of putting one's self last has put women at risk for heart conditions like this for some time.
Grandson Of Richard Williams Reportedly Dies By Suicide At 21
"I miss my baby," says Sabrina Williams. She said she's going to make it her mission to reach out to help other people struggling with mental health and suicidal thoughts. "It will be his legacy."
To Black Moms Whose Black Sons Died By Suicide, You Are Not Alone
Gina Smallwood shares her experience grieving and coping with the loss of her son to suicide and the sense of purpose it gave her to help others.
Young Woman Dies In Murder-Suicide, Gunman Talks Mental Health On Live In Police Standoff
Arieuna Reed’s family is shocked by the news of her death, only knowing her killer and child’s father as the “perfect gentleman.”
'I Don't Want To Be A Burden': On Black Men, Suicide And How To Be A Safe Space
How much attention is being put on the weight Black men are quietly carrying? Two experts speak on why they are suffering in silence and ways we can be of support to loved ones.