Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
This July, we celebrate Minority Mental Health Awareness Month.
As a Black-owned, Black-led organization, The Living Well understands the unique challenges that minority communities face. We get it. Intimately. And we want to stay empowered through all available means. One way is education.
Here are 5 facts about Black mental health in Baltimore, MD:
Black people in Baltimore are more likely to experience mental health problems than white people. According to the Baltimore City Health Department, the prevalence of mental illness among Black adults in Baltimore is 20%, compared to 16% among white adults.
Black people in Baltimore are less likely to have access to quality mental health care. This is due to a number of factors, including lack of insurance, lack of culturally-competent providers, and stigma. As a result, Black people in Baltimore are more likely to go untreated for mental health problems.
Racism and discrimination can contribute to mental health problems. Studies have shown that racism and discrimination can lead to stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health problems. This is because racism and discrimination can create a sense of fear, isolation, and powerlessness.
There are a number of resources available to help Black people in Baltimore with mental health. These resources include mental health providers, support groups, and community organizations. There are also a number of online resources available, such as the Baltimore City Health Department website and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) website.
It is important to talk about mental health. The more we talk about mental health, the less stigma there will be. This will make it easier for people to seek help for mental health problems.
