Tag: black mental health
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I am not my personality, and other things I’m learning on antidepressant medication.
Since starting medication for anxiety and depression a few months ago, I have noticed that my personality has changed slightly and yet, I feel more myself than I have in years.
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On Being Black and Depressed
For the last few months, I have been experiencing a wave of depression. During this time, I’ve been thinking quite a bit about being both Black and depressed.
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Humbled by Rest
Since falling down the stairs, hitting my head, getting concussed, and experiencing a panic attack, I’ve found I’ve had to be diligent about rest to heal my brain, body, and spirit. It has been a humbling experience.
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How a panic attack gave me a front-row view of race, healthcare, and mental health
I hold a fear that I will find myself, like so many in my family, seeking answers from healthcare providers only to receive dismissive responses that delay life-saving diagnoses.
well. 