Mental Health Myths That Harm Minority Communities — And the Truths That Can Heal Us
- Melony Hill
- 4 days ago
- 1 min read
All over the country right now, communities of color are experiencing a range of emotions from frustration to fear. However, many of them will never speak on their inner turmoil for fear of appearing weak. So many us were never taught that it's okay to not be okay. Signs of depression are often mistaken for laziness, while social anxiety in children can look like "disrespect" at family events.
Every July, we observe Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month to shed light on the mental health struggles uniquely affecting marginalized communities. One of the biggest barriers to healing? Myths, stigma, and silence.
Here are 4 common mental health myths in BIPOC communities—and the truths we need to embrace instead:
Let this month be a reminder: your mental health matters.
Not just in theory.
Not just in private.
Out loud, in community, and without shame.
Can we stop the stigma and stereotypes and share these myths and facts to spread awareness?
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