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Saving Our Last Nerve The Black Woman's Path To Mental Health By Marilyn Martin, M.D., M.P.H.
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Reviews The last nerve is the breaking point many people refer to when stress has pressed them to the limit. Martin, a psychiatrist, explores the particular stresses faced by black women and how they can maintain mental and emotional balance, and find peace of mind. Martin cites statistics on the rise in suicide among black people, and their reluctance to seek professional help because of a historic distrust of the medical establishment and concerns about adding another potential stigma on top of race. Using case studies, Martin broadly analyzes sources of everyday stress and coping mechanisms and resources, including friends, family, church, other social and spiritual organizations, and occasionally medication and professional counseling. She offers guidelines on how to take inventory of mental health, exercises on managing stress, and when and how to seek professional help. While culturally specific to black women, this is a helpful resource for readers seeking guidance on maintaining emotional balance. Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved |
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