Transgender youth are facing a growing mental health crisis as a wave of state and federal laws undermine their identities and access to care. Advocates warn that affirming support systems are more critical than ever, especially as suicide rates continue to rise.
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Black faith leaders seek innovative solutions to suicide in the Black and Brown communities
By Mylika Scatliffe, AFRO Women’s Health Writer For centuries, church has been the pillar of the Black community with members and non members coming to the church and its leaders for solace, refuge, prayer and respite. With increasing rates of suidice among people of color and historical taboos and stigma surrounding suicide among Black people […]
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American Foundation of Suicide Prevention working to bring mental health equity to Black people
By Anissa DurhamWord In Black If you’re feeling suicidal or concerned that someone you know may be in danger of hurting themselves, call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. The lifeline is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and is staffed by trained counselors “Within the Black community, we’ve […]