mental health stigma

Men's Health Month | Addressing mental health challenges, stigma, and support options — Photo by Leeloo The First on Pexels

Silent Cancers vs Speak Black Men’s Health Stigma

57% of Black men report never having spoken to a mental-health professional, showing how stigma silences essential conversations about their health. This reality has been magnified during Men’s Health Month, where the pandemic exposed a hidden crisis in the Black male community. Medical Disclaimer: This article is for informational

Mount Canaan Baptist Church holds Black Men’s Mental Health Forum — Photo by Phil Evenden on Pexels

mental health stigma

Mount Canaan Forum Review: Mental Health Strong?

Yes, the Mount Canaan Forum showed measurable progress in breaking mental-health stigma among Black men, with noticeable drops in anxiety and higher engagement in counseling. 68% of Black men report feeling isolated when seeking counseling, according to the forum’s post-event survey, underscoring a deep-seated stigma that the event aimed