Depression Symptoms Vary in the Black Community

Depression symptoms can manifest differently in the black community, making it challenging to detect and diagnose. Inadequate research and understanding of this issue has contributed to the persistence of depression. While black people on average are less likely to die by suicide, there has been an increase in suicidal thoughts and self-harm within the black community. These trends may be related to the lack of access to mental health support and cultural stigmatization of seeking help.