S2 E11 Black Men's Mental Health

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This podcast episode delves into the topic of black men's mental health, highlighting the lack of attention it receives. Tash and Kelly discuss the impact of slavery on African American men's mental well-being and the challenges they faced during and after the Jim Crow era. They also explore the experiences of African men and Afro-Latino men in different cultural contexts, shedding light on the societal expectations and stigmas they have to navigate. The podcast emphasizes the importance of creating supportive spaces and resources for black men to address their mental health needs and advocates for breaking the silence surrounding their struggles.

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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4009685/

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Coleman-Kirumba, L. M., Cornish, M. A., Horton, A. J., & Alvarez, J. C. (2023). Experiences of Black Men: Forms of Masculinity and Effects on Psychological Help-Seeking Variables. Journal of Black Psychology, 49(1), 32-57

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Becoming Men: Black Masculinities in a South African Township by Dr. Malose Langa