Some of the cultural aspects of Black communities are protective factors for mental health that support wellbeing and healing. Cultural values like family connection, expression through spirituality or art, and reliance on community networks can all be great sources of strength. Research has found religion, social and emotional support from family/peers/community, and Black identity to be among the most significant protective factors in Black populations.
Resources
- AAKOMA Project
- Black Emotional Mental Health (BEAM)
- Black Men Heal
- Black Women’s Health Imperative
- Eustress
- GirlTrek
- MHA: Reimagining Self-Care for Black Folks
- National Black Justice Coalition
- Ourselves Black
- Sista Afya
- The Black Mental Wellness Lounge
- The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation
- The Confess Project
- The Loveland Foundation
- Therapy for Black Girls
- Therapy for Black Men
- Tips for Self-Care for Black Families
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