College is stressful for all students, especially for the Black student population. Black students face many challenges that affect their education and mental health. Because of this, the United Negro…
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How Running Helped New Yorkers’ Mental Health During the Pandemic
At the height of the pandemic, the unexpected happened to the city of New York. Known as the big city with bright lights that never sleeps – it took a pretty lengthy snooze. The streets became v…
The Five Best Ways to Improve your Mental Health this Season
It’s that time of the year where emotions are at an all-time high—or low for some people. With Daylight Saving Time ending and winter quickly approaching, people are becoming more anxious and exhauste…
7 Therapy Resources For Mental Health Awareness Month
As we continue to uplift Mental Health Awareness this month, we’re sharing a list of therapy and mental health resources made with Black women in mind. Finding a therapist and other resources ca…
Mental Health Awareness Month : 6 Natural Ways To Help Improve Your Mental Health
Mental health can be defined as the cognitive, emotional and behavioral well-being of a person. Often times when our mental health is not in a healthy state we can experience emotions like anxiety, de…
Depression and Mental Health: Why Must Women Always be the Strong One?! Especially Black Women
“During slavery, you were supposed to be the strong one. You weren’t supposed to speak. You were supposed to just do.” Esney M. Sharpe Founder and CEO of the Bessie Mae Women’s Health Center in East O…
Bow Wow on New Music, Fake Fans, and the State of his Mental Health
Legend, actor, host and #Bowwowchallenge are a few things that come to mind when you think of Bow Wow. However, the craft that started it all for Shad Moss sometimes gets forgotten. RAPPER. Watch and…
Don’t Press Snooze! 5 Tips for a Healthy Spring Morning Routine
After being sequestered away in your home for the winter season, you may find yourself going through the motions of your morning routine. However, spring has sprung, and it’s time to reconnect w…
Unhealthy Love Ties: Here Are 5 Signs That You May Be in a Toxic Relationship
As you search for love, finding the person who will treat you correctly is becoming more challenging. While folks joke about being in toxic relationships — we’re looking at you, Future Hend…
For the Love of Intimacy: Let’s Talk about Vaginal Health
As the old saying goes, “health is wealth”- and it is. When we think of health, we don’t really think about vaginal and vulva (clitoris, clitoral hood, and inner and outer labia) hea…
How Rollerskating Can Help You Get Into The Groove Mentally and Physically
The skating rink has always been a place in the community where creators can express themselves through movement and dance. However, the roller rinks we cherished for so many years are now struggling …
Unarmed Mentally Ill Man Shot And Killed By NYPD
Brooklyn, NY – Tragedy looms over Brooklyn as the killing of another unarmed black man headlines the news. 34-year-old Saheed Vassell was shot ten times on Wednesday, April 4. What Happened? On …