Depression

Mother's Day Grief: Understanding and Honoring Your Emotions

Mother's Day Grief: Understanding and Honoring Your Emotions

“Many categories of people experience grief on Mother's Day, but another category is the mother who has lost a child. This loss includes the mother who has lost a child to death and to/through systems.”

Regina King and Understanding Suicide in the Black Community: Remembering Ian Alexander, Jr.

Regina King and Understanding Suicide in the Black Community: Remembering Ian Alexander, Jr.

“Waking up to the news about the death of Ian Alexander, Jr., son of Regina King and Ian Alexander Sr., was disheartening. His death has brought to light an issue that the Black community has been silent about for far too long: suicide.”

The Reality of Depression: Understanding what it really is

The Reality of Depression: Understanding what it really is

“Suppose you think being depressed is the same as feeling sad because your favorite team just lost the championship game or a restaurant no longer serves your favorite dish. In that case, you have no idea what suffering from actual depression is like.”