S1:E4 Mind Over Matter

In this episode, we discuss mental health or the lack thereof especially in communities of color; removing the stigma surrounding mental health.

The Highlights:

• What is mental illness
• How to identify if you need help (warning signs)
• How to access mental health resources

The Resources:
National Mental Health Week Oct 3-9, 2021

Mental Health Awareness:
//nami.org/Get-Involved/Awareness-Events/Mental-Illness-Awareness-Week?gclid=Cj0KCQiAzsz-BRCCARIsANotFgMITUKAUZFq8BvyrTLYsQhiaOvmeQAb54juYINhDOG8raXO0xAF5nkaAjjvEALw_wcB [First Week in October 3-9, 2021)

Undergrad paper pointing out systemic mental health issues of women of color:
//scholarworks.gsu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1053&context=univ_lib_ura

Article by Elsie J Smith pioneer of mental health acknowledgment for women:
//www.jstor.org/stable/2784237?read-now=1&seq=7#page_scan_tab_contents

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