Black Mental Health Facts
What are the three main areas of well-being included in mental health?
Emotional, psychological, and social well-being
What is one major goal of Black mental health advocates and organizations?
To reduce stigma and improve access to mental health care in Black communities
Which tennis star withdrew from the 2021 French Open to prioritize her mental health?
Naomi Osaka
True or false: Mental health conditions can affect anyone, regardless of race
True
Name one healthy way to manage stress
Exercise, journaling, resting, or talking to someone
What is the difference between mental health and mental illness?
Mental health refers to overall emotional, psychological, and social well-being; mental illness refers to diagnosable conditions that affect it
What year did the American Psychological Association apologize for its role in perpetuating racism: 2001, 2011, or 2021?
2021
Which rapper released Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers, an album that explores therapy and emotional healing?
Kendrick Lamar
True or false: Going to therapy means a person is weak
False
What is burnout?
Physical, mental, or emotional exhaustion caused by prolonged stress.
Name one barrier that can make it harder for Black Americans to access mental health care.
Cost, stigma, discrimination, lack of insurance, or limited access to culturally responsive providers.
Which actress founded the Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation to help address mental health stigma in Black communities?
Taraji P. Henson
What does it mean to practice vulnerability when discussing mental health?
Being willing to share feelings or struggles honestly rather than hiding them out of fear or shame.
True or false: Someone can appear happy on the outside while struggling with their mental health.
True
What type of support connects people who have experienced similar challenges?
Peer support
According to 2022 U.S. data, approximately what percentage of Black adults received mental health treatment: 15%, 30%, or 45%?
About 15%.
What was the main purpose of the civil rights movement's broader fight for equality that also helped bring attention to racial inequalities in health care?
To challenge racial discrimination and advance equal rights and opportunities.
How can the cultural expectation to be a “Strong Black Woman” sometimes affect mental wellness?
It can create pressure to hide vulnerability, suppress emotions, or avoid asking for help.
What is the term for judging or stereotyping someone because of a mental health condition?
Mental health stigma
What is it called when you set limits to protect your emotional well-being
Setting boundaries
According to 2022 U.S. data, approximately what percentage of Black adults experienced a mental illness: 10%, 20%, or 30%?
About 20%.
What is the name of the famous Black psychiatrist who helped advance the study of mental health and Alzheimer's disease?
Solomon Carter Fuller
What is racial battle fatigue?
The mental and emotional exhaustion that can result from repeatedly experiencing racism and racial discrimination.
What does culturally responsive mental health care mean?
Care that considers and respects a person's cultural background, experiences, and needs.
What does intergenerational trauma refer to?
The ways trauma and its effects can influence later generations.