There have been several recent high-profile deaths that raise the issue of mental health and illness in the minority community. Comedian Jak Knight committed suicide just last week. He was 28 years old. Former Miss USA Cheslie Kryst committed suicide in January. She was 30 years old. As we observe National Minority Mental Health Month, we try to address the questions around this issue.
Resources:
Howard University Hospital Mental Health & Wellness Event
The Mind and Wellness Foundation
Dial 988 – Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
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Dr. Danielle Hairston, Psychiatrist, Howard University College of Medicine
Deneen Vaughn, Co-Founder/CEO, The Mind and Wellness Foundation
