Episode 08: Mental Health #StigmaFree
“At the root of this dilemma is the way we view mental health in this country. Whether an illness affects your heart…or your brain, it’s still an illness, and there should be no distinction.”
-Michelle Obama, Forever First Lady
In this episode, we'll talk about the prevalence of mental illness, the types of mental health stigma and its impact, as well as tips on how we can work to end mental health stigma.
References:
A Case for Black Self-Compassion – Dr. Adia Gooden
Black and African American Communities and Mental Health
Corrigan, P. W., & Rao, D. (2012). On the self-stigma of mental illness: stages, disclosure, and strategies for change. Canadian journal of psychiatry. Revue canadienne de psychiatrie, 57(8), 464–469. https://doi.org/10.1177/070674371205700804
Evans, S. Y., Bell, K., & Burton, N. K. (2017). Black women's mental health: Balancing strength and vulnerability. Albany, NY: State University of New York Press.
Hoytt, E. H., & Beard, H. (2012). Health first!: the black womans wellness guide. New York: Smiley Books.
Mental health: Overcoming the stigma of mental illness
The Path to Unconditional Self-Acceptance
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2016). Creating A Healthier Life: A Step-By-Step Guide To Wellness. Retrieved from https://store.samhsa.gov/product/Creating-a-Healthier-Life-/SMA16-4958
Townsend, T.G., Hawkins, S.R., Batts, A.L. (2007). Stress and stress reduction among African-American women: A brief report. Journal of Primary Prevention, 28, 569-582.
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Resources:
BetterHelp | Professional Counseling With A Licensed Therapist
Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation
National Queer and Trans Therapists of Color Network
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