About this episode

The episode explores the challenges Black men face regarding mental health and the cultural silence surrounding their struggles.

In this episode of  Blacktivities , the conversation shifts to something deeper— Black men’s mental health  and the silence that often surrounds it. Why don’t more Black men talk about what they’re going through? Is it cultural… generational… or something bigger? The hosts unpack the layers behind emotional suppression, stigma, and the expectations placed on Black men to always be strong. Also, Dr. Camillia Harris, founder of justUs, HM, shares how her father's death prompted her to create the organization and host black men's mental health conferences nationwide. This isn’t just a conversation—it’s a call to understand, to listen, and to create space. What We Discuss…

People in this episode

Hosts: Shannon Chatmon, Talisa Hale, Karen Roberts

Guest: Dr. Camillia Harris

Topics covered

• Black men's mental health
• emotional suppression
• cultural expectations
• vulnerability
• community support

Keywords

• mental health
• Black men
• emotional expression
• cultural stigma
• safe spaces

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: justUs, HM, bmmhc

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