ArticleWomen's health (London, England)
"The System isn't Set up for Us": Stories of young Black women's mental health journey.
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- Resilience Mediates the Association Between Discrimination and Psychological Distress Among Rural, Black Women in South Carolina: A Structural Equation Model.Journal of racial and ethnic health disparities · 2026Article
- Living at the intersections: exploring social and structural influences on mental health service use in Oklahoma's historical Black towns.BMC health services research · 2026Article
- Identifying and Taking Action on the Protective and Risk Factors of Black Maternal Mental Health: Protocol for Community-Based Participatory Study.JMIR research protocols · 2025Article
- Who cares for Black women in health and health care: Reimagining the strong Black woman trope to advance Black women's health equity.Women's health (London, England)Article
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Abstract
backgroundBlack women are too often overlooked and underserved by the mental health system, resulting in disparities in their access to care and services provided. Little attention has been given to understanding the mental health experiences of Black women or to the development of culturally responsive, effective interventions that promote equitable access and services for these women.
objectivesThis study provides an opportunity to understand the lived experiences of young Black women with mental health challenges and their engagement with mental health services.
designA descriptive phenomenological approach was used to understand the lived experiences of young Black women with mental health challenges and their engagement with mental health services.
methodsUsing a descriptive phenomenological approach, loosely structured interviews with 15 Black women, ages 18-30 years, experiencing mental health challenges were conducted.
resultsA thematic analysis revealed five overarching themes: (1) the "Strong Black Woman" persona as a barrier to seeking care, (2) impact of mental health stigma in the Black community, (3) intergenerational mental health trauma among Black women, (4) lack of culturally responsive practitioners, and (5) the impact of COVID-19 on mental health.
conclusionThe findings suggest practitioners need to consider the intersecting identities of Black women when developing culturally responsive interventions. Additionally, concepts such as identity shifting, identity centrality, and radical healing should be considered when addressing the unique experiences of young Black women.
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