Mental Health — Writing

Mental illness, overdose, and suicide rates are increasing in Black and Brown communities. Here’s what The Steve Fund is doing to help.

Knowing how to advocate for yourself in a health care setting, can be the difference between life and death.

It’s the fifth anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic. Five people told us how it reshaped their lives, careers, and perspectives.

What does the data say about the health of Black children across the country? Here’s what needs to change to improve health outcomes.

Do You Have High Functioning Depression?

Black women are disproportionately at risk, and Dr. Judith Joseph says if we don’t heal, eventually “something’s going to give.”

Do You Really Need That Glass of Wine?

Black Americans are using Dry January as an annual health reset and are rethinking their relationship with alcohol. Here’s what they say.

As the Eaton Fires tore through a historic Black community, Altadena residents share how they plan to rebuild. But, it won’t be easy.

Watch as WIB health data reporter Anissa Durham interviews Alishia McCullough about her new book on Black women and eating disorders.

Three people told us their thoughts and fears about what Trump, RFK Jr, and Dr. Oz will do to the nation’s health system.

Black Men Redefine What Masculinity Means

In the age of toxic masculinity, how are Black men navigating racial stereotypes and its intersections with masculinity?

What Black Parents Say On Parenting

The surgeon general’s new warning: parents are stressed out. Black parents told us what gives them stress and how others can support them.

Reproductive care, mental health care, and preventing opioid use are some of the top concerns young people have. Here are their perspectives.