Black Women & Depression

Earlier this month former First Lady Michelle Obama spoke openly about what she described as “low-grade” depression.  Her transparency on this issue lit up social media and refocused the issue of mental health for black women.  We discuss this issue that has been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Resources:

Dr. Sonya Ford

 National Alliance on Mental Illness

Black Women’s Health Imperative

 

Dr. Sonya Ford, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor