07/10/2020
As we hone in on Minority Mental health awareness month, it's our pleasure and honor to connect with Ph.D., FTOS licensed psychologist, Dr. Rachel to discuss mental wellness in today’s environment.Dr. Rachel Goldman is a licensed psychologist specializing in health and wellness. She is a sought after speaker and expert who has been featured in media, including The New York Times, TIME magazine, CNN, USA Today, and Women’s Health. ⚡️
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Here are 5️⃣ mental health awareness tips by Dr. Rachel Goldman to help support your friend, family, or loved ones who may be suffering in silence:
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1️⃣It's important to remember that everyone is different and reacts to situations and stressors differently, so just because we may be feeling a certain way, doesn't mean that our friend or family member is as well.
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2️⃣We can validate their feelings. Everyone's feelings are real and valid, regardless if we feel the same way or not. How someone feels is how they feel and we can't argue with that.
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3️⃣We can provide support to our friends and family members by making them know that we are here for them.
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4️⃣Don't try to problem-solve for your friend or family member, unless they ask for help. Listen to them carefully and let them know they are being heard.
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5️⃣Know your limits and know they may need professional help. Offer help in seeking professional support and provide information on ways to do this.
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Did you know that ethnic minority groups in the U.S. are less likely to have access to mental health services, less likely to use community mental health services, and more likely to receive lower-quality care? In 2017, 10.5% (3.5 million) of young adults age 18 to 25 had serious thoughts of su***de including 8.3% of non-Hispanic blacks and 9.2% of Hispanics (source: CDC)
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We should all want to create an opportunity where people can listen and learn from each other. Find additional resources on Mental Health America
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