Changing the Stigma of Mental Health Among African Americans: Moving From Denial to Acceptance

Mental health among African Americans historically has been kept in the closet and covered in the quilt of denial. Thus, African Americans remain shielded from treatment that is readily available to allow them to become healthy and whole. Bringing awareness of mental health issues among African Americans to light. The focus is recognizing treatment as a strength and not a weakness. Issues of mental health in the African American community is essential in preparing African Americans to be productive citizens--

• | Author: Lavelle Hendricks, Dimitra Jackson Smith
• | Publisher: Igi Global
• | Publication Date: Jun 30, 2023
• | Number of Pages: 392 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Paperback
• | ISBN-10: 1668489198
• | ISBN-13: 9781668489192