Saturday 9 July 2016

Basis Of Black Mental Health

By Jerry Nelson


It is not unusual for one to have mental illness. Problems we experience in our day to day lives are a contributing factor. Some of these problems like money worries, stress and family issues could affect our health. There are more problems affecting black mental health including those of white and black mixed race usually anxiety and depression.

Blacks living in first world countries go through a lot of trouble. They lack jobs, live under bad conditions and still face racism. The issues make some of them fall into depression since every day they have to tackle a different challenge. Those who have temporarily jobs are scared to report the issue so that they cannot lose their jobs.

Moving from one country to a different one contributes a lot into the mental state of a person. This explains why most black people who have moved into the white countries fall into depression. Their kids are put in a worse situation when they have to learn how to cope with issues of racism and bullying. Most of these people barely seek help until it is too late.

A problem shared is half solved. For a family that has moved from an African family it could be easy to get mental issues. They were used to talking to their friends when they had issues and now have no one. People in the country they have moved into could be very busy and have no time to listen to their troubles. Others are not friendly and one does not know who to trust.

When things are not okay say it. It is wrong to pretend you are fine and you are suffering inside. That is how most blacks in foreign countries behave. There are organizations ready and willing to help if one consults them. These organizations consider your cultural and religious beliefs and would not go against them. They also cater for language barrier issues by giving you a translator.

Despite the steps taken to fight against racism it still continues to be a major impact in the status of black people. A lot of them have no access to good hospitals and are deprived right to good education. They are sometimes homeless and to put up with the harsh street life most of them turn to drugs. Substance use puts these people at a higher risk of getting these illnesses.

Black adults in white countries living below poverty line are more likely to experience these issues compared to those living above it. They feel more hopelessness and sadness with most of them trying to commit suicide. They are prone to be termed as victims of major crimes compared to the white people. This would result into post-traumatic stress which would cause other issues.

To run away from their problems a lot of black people result into excessive alcohol consumption. Drinking themselves to sleep fall them right into the depression ditch. One should eat healthy and exercise a lot to be able to solve these issues. Talking to someone too is very healthy. To those who know someone with any mental illness they should constantly check on how they are doing.




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