5 black artists using their work to fight mental health stigma

Powerful art can catalyze discussions around untouchable topics, allowing us to express difficult thoughts and ideas.

That power takes on particular importance in black communities, where artists are challenging the fact that they've long been overlooked in conversations around mental health.

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According to the Office of Minority Health of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, black Americans are about 10 percent more likely to experience serious mental health issues — like major depression or PTSD —  than white Americans. Read more...

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