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Black People Die By Suicide Too Podcast
English - May 24, 2023 04:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MB - ★★★★★ - 62 ratingsMental Health Health & Fitness Science Social Sciences mental health mental illness self care african american suicide prevention wellness depression anxiety Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
"Black Mental Illness and Suicide: Dismantling the Stigma"
SUMMARY
Jordan and T-Kea, the co-hosts of the podcast Black People Die by Suicide, discuss why they decided to start the podcast and the mission of the newly formed organization, the Mental Health Empowerment Agency.
They do a wellness check and discuss the importance of incorporating healthier habits into one's lifestyle, as well as suicide in the black community. Emphasizing that suicide is not just a ‘white person’s problem’, and the passing of Stephen Twitch from the Ellen DeGeneres Show in December 2020 brings the issue to the forefront of conversation amongst the black community. Bringing to light the importance of recognizing the issue of suicide and the need to address it, and the need to create a safe environment for those struggling with mental health issues. They also discuss the need to de-stigmatize mental health within the black community and provide resources for those who are in need.
Moment of Inspiration (The Light ): If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together. - African Proverb
Start thinking about creating a support network, even by listening to this podcast. A support network can provide you with a safe space to talk about your feelings and find others who are recovery minded.
If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please dial 988.