Mental health has become a focus for college students across the nation seeking to balance the pressures of campus life. On the campus of Morgan State University, the counseling center is just one way the institution supports its students.
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One Baltimore event unites leaders around mental wellness, healing and community action
KEYS Development’s “One Baltimore” gathering brought together mental health providers, elected officials and community leaders to strengthen collaboration around healing, emotional wellness and youth support in the city. Speakers, including Mayor Brandon Scott and Sen. Antonio Hayes, emphasized that building a healthier Baltimore requires collective leadership, sustained investment and community-driven action.
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From healing to growth: A look at programs improving Black male wellness
Male-centered organizations like Black Men Heal and Baltimore’s G.R.O.W. Program provide culturally informed mental health support, helping Black men and youth build resilience, life skills, and safe spaces for healing and growth.
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Laila’s Gift hosts inaugural We C.A.R.E. Conference for caregivers
Laila’s Gift hosted its first We C.A.R.E. Conference in Annapolis, Md., providing caregivers of children with special needs with education, resources and community support. The event also introduced the Laila Elopement Awareness and Dissemination (LEAD) Act to address elopement risks statewide.
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Breaking the silence: Black veterans speak out on PTSD and the path to recovery
Many veterans face lasting effects of post-traumatic stress disorder long after service, but for Black veterans, cultural stigma, racial disparities and limited access to care can make recovery even more difficult.
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Celebrating National Caregivers Month: Dr. Toni A. Boulware Stackhouse honors those who serve
National Caregivers Month is a time to recognize the vital role of family members who provide daily care and compassion to loved ones. Dr. Toni A. Boulware Stackhouse is just one of the millions of caregivers in America.
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Baltimore leaders urge awareness, support for suicide prevention
Suicide remains a serious public health issue, with 2 percent of young adults and 20 percent of high schoolers reporting suicidal thoughts or attempts. In Baltimore, leaders are working to expand mental health resources in underserved communities.
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Marshawn Kneeland’s death highlights the importance of mental health resources for NFL players
The apparent suicide of Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland has reignited conversations about mental health in the NFL, underscoring that even amid fame and success, players face real human struggles often hidden behind helmets. His passing is a painful reminder that it’s OK to not be OK—and that support, compassion, and open dialogue about mental wellness can save lives.
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‘I’m important too’: The role of self-care in postpartum healing
Postpartum recovery isn’t about going back to who you were before motherhood—it’s about rediscovering yourself through intentional self-care. In this article, a mother and a doula share honest reflections on how rest, movement, boundaries and self-compassion shape healing after birth.
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Inside Gucci Mane’s battle for mental health
Rapper Gucci Mane (Radric Davis) is using his memoir and public platform to speak openly about his diagnoses—bipolar disorder, paranoid schizophrenia—and his recovery journey, highlighting the role of family caregiving and destigmatizing mental health in Black communities. With his wife Keyshia Ka’Oir deeply involved in his care, the couple emphasizes early intervention, accountability, and reshaping masculine norms around seeking help.
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Breaking cycles: Black parents embrace self-care and mindful parenting
Black parents across the U.S. are embracing self-care and teaching children mindfulness, affirmations and boundaries as part of a shift in parenting. Advocates say the approach helps break cycles while giving kids tools to thrive.
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Recognizing World Mental Health Day: How families play a crucial role in suicide prevention
Families and communities play a powerful role in preventing suicide by offering presence, listening without judgment, and connecting loved ones to professional care. Mental health experts stress that genuine support and attention can mean the difference between despair and hope.
