By Mylika ScatliffeAFRO Health Writer The healthy arrival of a baby is viewed as the ultimate measure of a successful birth, but for many women an unexpected departure from their birth plan can leave emotional wounds that affect maternal mental health long after they leave the delivery room. This impact may be particularly overwhelming when […]
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Greater Washington Urban League set to spotlight paternal perinatal mental healthÂ
The Greater Washington Urban League is working to ensure Black fathers are not overlooked in conversations surrounding perinatal mental health. Through a new training initiative for birth professionals, the organization aims to equip providers to better recognize and respond to paternal mood disorders in the Black community.
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We teach algebra before emotional regulation and our students are paying the priceÂ
Discover the urgent need for mental health education in K-12 schools. Learn how emotional well-being is tied to academic success and the benefits of SEL programs.
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Morgan State hosts inaugural caregivers conference focused on wellness and support
Morgan State University’s School of Social Work hosted its inaugural Caregivers Conference on April 25 to highlight the mental, emotional and physical well-being of caregivers. The event emphasized resilience, shared experiences and access to resources for those supporting loved ones with serious health needs.
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A deadly pattern: Violence against Black women raises alarm nationwide
By D. Kevin McNeirSpecial to The AFRO Brutal cases of domestic violence in the Black community have rocked the nation in recent weeks, highlighting a need to understand the root cause of intimate partner violence and how to prevent it. On April 1, Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen, of Coral Springs, Fla.was found dead in […]
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Baltimore Police Department launches neurodivergent individuals database, expands tools to support safer interactions
By Baltimore Police Department In recognition of World Autism Acceptance Month and World Autism Awareness Day on April 2, the Baltimore Police Department (BPD) is proud to launch a new initiative designed to better support neurodivergent individuals and enhance safe, effective interactions with law enforcement. BPD’s Community Partnerships Unit is introducing a Neurodivergent Individuals Database, […]
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Najee Seabrooks: Still teaching young people how to live three years later!
By Zayid Muhammad They were not only wearing their famous orange and black gear on this day. Some had on that gear especially made to honor their fallen friend and colleague, that red and black gear, his smiling face on the front, and a quote of his on the back that bespoke his vibrant personality […]
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Experts weigh in on online racism’s impact on mental health
Black young adults face racism both in real life and online, leading many to turn to digital mental health tools. Experts stress the need for clinicians to recognize and address online racial stress in treatment.
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CIAA Health and Mental Wellness Summit highlights fibroids and endometriosis in Black women
While fans cheered on student-athletes at the CIAA Tournament, a quieter but urgent conversation unfolded off the court. Women’s health leaders and advocates gathered to spotlight fibroids and endometriosis, conditions that disproportionately affect Black women and are often underdiagnosed or dismissed.
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Ways to manage grief, stress during the holidays
During the holiday season, many Americans face grief and stress, intensified by financial pressures and social expectations. Mental health experts emphasize self-care, community support and coping strategies to navigate the season’s emotional challenges.
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As ACA enhanced subsidy expiration looms, families brace for higher costs and limited care
With the expiration of the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced subsidies looming, families who rely on Medicaid coverage are facing uncertainty about how they will afford care. For parents like Hillary Harris in Missouri and Sam Gwesinie in Minnesota, higher costs and reduced access threaten both their own health and the care of their children.
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How to support college students this holiday season
By Fajr Eutsey College is a time of significant transitions. Students are stepping out of their comfort zones, making hard decisions and learning to balance independence with responsibility. That growth can be exhilarating, but it can also be overwhelming. The holiday season, with its mix of family expectations, financial pressures and cultural traditions, often magnifies […]
