Black men and suicide — The Good Men Project

Why Did Freddy E Do It? Black Men and Suicide

January 13, 2013 by Billy Johnson II 21 Comments

Why Black men are killing themselves, warning signs, and what to do if you’re worried about someone.

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Money, Power, Death: Why Are Celebrities Like Chris Lighty Committing Suicide?

September 4, 2012 by Showtime: Mr. Motivation (Radio Personality and Blogger) 9 Comments

Showtime insists it’s time for the Black community to start talking about depression, and for men to stop trying to bear every burden alone.

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The Anger Within – Surviving being Black, Male, Poor and Mentally Ill in America

August 17, 2012 by S. Maxam 16 Comments

Shawn Maxam shares the story of his first suicide attempt and memories from his difficult childhood.

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