Many African Americans utilize religious coping strategies when responding to life
transitions and challenges. Although research related to religious coping practices is …

A growing body of literature explores how religious congregations shape attitudes toward
mental health in racial/ethnic minority communities. Such research has primarily focused on …

Abstract This study explores Black Canadian youth's relationship with religion and the
impact religion has on their mental health and wellbeing. In addition, we probed promising …

Objective: The under-utilisation of mental health services by populations because of
inadequate mental health education by community leaders and the public is of concern. The …

Abstract The African-American pastor is a trusted provider of leadership and counseling
within the Black church and community. Pastors and ministry leaders are often the first …

Prior research has linked the social determinants of health, such as food insecurity and
housing instability, to experiences of interpersonal violence. However, little is known about …

Recovery from substance misuse is complex and requires an individual's desire and
readiness for change. Specifically, for African Americans, additional factors such as social …

African Americans are very religious people who have strong beliefs in their church and a
deep mistrust of a systematic approach to mental health care and treatment. This case study …

Abstract Although African Americans seeking help for mental health problems from African
American clergy is well documented in existing literature, few studies have investigated …

Black communities in rural areas offer a number of strengths including familial networks,
resource sharing, and access to spiritual communities. These regions also face a host of …