“Because Black people are less likely to be diagnosed with ADHD at younger ages they are more likely to develop a substance use disorder,” Strohl said. “It is systemic to associate certain groups of people with certain substances such as marijuana. We need to have a better conversation about substance use.” Katrina Strohl Katrina StrohlContinue reading “Boundaries Strategist and Psychological Safety Consultant Talks about Struggle with Mental Health System”
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It’s Just Talk. No Shame in Therapy
Cheslie Kryst shines the light on mental health in life and in death. Cheslie Kryst, attorney and 2019 Miss USA winner, 30, jumped to her death in New York City’s Times Square. Her death shines the light again on suicide among the prominent and powerful, as well as on the mental health of communities ofContinue reading “It’s Just Talk. No Shame in Therapy”
Art with Impact Changes the Conversation on Mental Health through Short Films
Cary McQueen, executive director, founded Art with Impact in 2011, a nonprofit showcasing short films on mental health and leading discussions about their contents at live events on college campuses. “Mental health is the defining social justice issue of our time,” said McQueen. Diagnosed with depression in college, McQueen sought to use her Bachelor’s degreeContinue reading “Art with Impact Changes the Conversation on Mental Health through Short Films”
Nikki Webber Allen: Changing the Conversation in Communities of Color
Photo Credit emulsions photography Nikki Webber Allen lost her 22-year-old nephew to suicide. He was a promising college student who had suffered with mental health issues for years. Allen who had worked in television and film and who had won two Emmys was prompted to shed light on these issues in communities of color. HisContinue reading “Nikki Webber Allen: Changing the Conversation in Communities of Color”
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