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“Deal with it and address it:” July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

July 15, 2025
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“Deal with it and address it:” July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
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HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. It’s a time to address challenges that ethnic and racial minority groups face in the U.S. and encourage dialogue around mental health.

Dr. Monretta Vega with Huntsville Psychotherapy and Counseling Services said that in some cultures, vulnerability is discouraged.

“Sometimes there are barriers associated with the minority group because of the stigmas associated with mental health,” she said. “Along with that, it can also be the ability to pay for mental health [treatment], whether that be insurance or finances or even just education.”

Poor mental health can be exacerbated by challenges unique to minority groups, like feelings of isolation.

“It can be feelings and emotions of inadequacy,” she said, “it could be the climate of the world at times, it could be the ability to not feel successful in their careers, just feel different, or even have some moments where they feel as though they’re an outcast.”

Vega said the consequences of ignoring our mental health and not asking for help can be severe.

“It can honestly have a negative impact on every aspect of your life, including your thinking, your relationships, your overall goals and motivation,” she said, “so it’s important to really focus on it and deal with it and address it so that you can have the best life possible.”

Vega said spreading awareness about resources and talking more about mental health will help remove the stigma. She said it’s important to watch out for warning signs that your mental health is declining.

“Are you isolating? Do you find yourself having more negative thoughts or thoughts of suicidal ideation or even self-harm? Do you have a decrease in motivation or decrease in interest in things that you do daily?” She said, “If you’ve noticed some major changes in your behavior or your actions or interactions with others, I would encourage that you seek professional help.”

If you experience these behaviors, Vega encourages you to reach out to Huntsville Psychotherapy & Counseling Services. You can also call the national suicide and crisis hotline at 988 to speak with a licensed counselor anonymously.

The post “Deal with it and address it:” July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month appeared first on WHNT.

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