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Note: My research focuses on Black women’s health and well-being, aimed at providing evidence-based insights to support education and awareness. As a PhD researcher and not a medical practitioner, I provide this information to empower your well-being journey, not to replace personalized guidance from a medical provider.

Below, for each article title, there is a hyperlink to the open-access article. The image descriptions are hyperlinked to an infographic and/or summary slides. Additional articles can be accessed here. Thank you for engaging with this work!

Is John Henryism a Health Risk or Resource?: Exploring the Role of Culturally Relevant Coping for Physical and Mental Health among Black Americans

An infographic discussing the study of John Henryism, a coping style in Black communities, highlighting its impact on mental and physical health. The poster includes decorative patterns and text summarizing the research findings.
An infographic summarizing the impacts of John Henryism on mental and physical health among Black communities.

Are Distressed Black Women Also Depressed? Implications for a Mental Health Paradox

An infographic discussing the connection between short-term feelings of overwhelm and long-term low mood among Black women, emphasizing age, social class, and financial resources.
An infographic summarizing the study on the connection between short-term overwhelm and long-term low mood among Black women.

Whose American Dream? Examining the John Henryism Hypothesis for Psychological Distress among African American and Caribbean Black Women

An infographic titled 'Whose American Dream?' discussing the belief of Black women in the American Dream, challenges faced, and the connection between pushing past limits and feelings of sadness among African American and Caribbean Black women.
An infographic summarizing a study that explored the challenges faced by Black women in achieving the ‘American Dream’, pushing past limits, and its impact on mental health.