July 2026: Black Mental Health Month Minority Mental Health Month is really Black Mental Health Month. This July started in 2008, when Congress designated it Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month — named for the author and advocate who spent her life...
Art as a Lifeline: Using Creative Expression to Navigate Suicidal Thoughts In moments of deep emotional turmoil, when words fall short and feelings are overwhelming, art can serve as a lifeline. As an art therapist, I’ve seen how creative expression transforms despair into hope, especially...
Breaking the Silence: Addressing Suicide in Black Communities Suicide is a difficult and often taboo subject in many Black communities, even as rates of suicide continue to rise. Between 2018 and 2021, the incidence of suicide among Black individuals increased by 19.2%, according to the...
5 Ways to Talk About Suicide with Your Child: A Parent’s Guide to Open Conversations Talking about suicide with your child can be one of the most challenging conversations you'll ever have as a parent. It’s a topic that brings fear, discomfort, and uncertainty, leaving...