Shame and Stigma Surrounding Mental Health Issues Many Black people have grown up believing that mental health issues are a white man’s problem. Of course, this stereotype is false. But some would rather hang onto it than admit they are struggling with a mental health problem. Also, some might not think of psychotherapy as a …
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Cultural competence and awareness play a significant role in helping clients deal with their issues, which may be difficult for white psychiatrists to deal with their black patients. Psychiatrists are doctors and do not generally provide therapy, but they can if they are competent and experienced. Let us dive into why Black patients can benefit …
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Self-help is a form of positive psychology where you engage in activities that boost your mental health or provide relief from daily life stressors. There are hundreds of self-care strategies that individuals can attempt at home which can improve their lives, including eating healthy food, practicing meditation, and exercising. For individuals suffering from mental illness, …
12 Mar 2022 Marriage and relationships can be complicated with the changes we all go through during the course of our lives. These changes can be so challenging that your relationships will become strained. According to the CDC,
If you don’t deal with stress timely, it takes a toll on your mental and physical health. There are several stress-management tools that you can incorporate into your daily time. You must have a healthy routine and diet to cope with stress. Talking about your problems and stressors to a therapist can also help you …
More at Peace The mental health system faces glaring race issues. It takes a black person’s first-hand experience to trust mental health specialists. There are many cases of black people being misdiagnosed and placed in hospitalized care for minor health problems. Black therapists are slowly bringing that to an end. Black people trust black therapists …
Affecting over 40 million adults in the United States, anxiety is the most common mental health disorder in the country. The disorder can affect anyone, but the African-American community has been affected by it at a higher rate than any other group. The African-American population, although the second most populous race in the United States, …
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Research focusing on mental health among African Americans is on the rise. However, very little research addresses age and gender differences in attitudes, beliefs, and how men and women cope with mental health issues. Depression is one of the most common mental health problems among African Americans of both genders. Many people hesitate to seek …
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Integrative counseling is a type of psychotherapy that incorporates parts of several different treatments. Integrative therapists believe that no single treatment technique can treat every client in every scenario. Rather, each individual must be viewed as a whole, with counseling strategies customized to their own needs and circumstances. How Does Integrative Brief Psychotherapy Work? There …
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01 Jun 2022 Partner Won’t Go to Therapy Sessions With You? Here’s What to Do It can be difficult when one partner in a relationship doesn’t want to go to therapy sessions. It is critical to remember that you are not alone in this and that there are steps you It can be difficult when …
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