The Mental Health Crisis No One Prepared Black Men For
Just because we’re bruised doesn’t mean we’re broken. And even if we are—healing is still available
Mental Health
How Hip-Hop Therapy is Helping Students Overcome Trauma
They've struggled with traditional therapy. This treatment has given them a path to healing
Returning to the World After Attempting Suicide
The years following have been the best of my life
A Survivor's Guide to Holiday Traditions and Traumas
Now might be a good time to tell your family to fuck off
5 Habits of Highly Insecure Men That Women Hate
We all have moments where we lack confidence—but that’s no free pass to be a creep
'BMF' Actor DaVinchi On Helping Young Folks Battle Mental Health and Depression Through His Struggles
DaVinchi is dedicated to giving teens and young adults the education and tools they need to cope with mental health issues
A Portrait Of A Black Man In A Midlife Crisis
There are no how-to books and few examples for black men on how we are supposed to age gracefully in America, so we go at it alone.
Confessions of a (Reformed) Toxic Girlfriend
Watch out for these red flags in a partner
More People May Get Access to the First Alzheimer's Drug—Without Paying $26,500
Twenty-one percent of Black Americans age 70 and older are living with Alzheimer's. The drug Leqembi can help.
How Divorce Changed Me, According to Seven Black Men
Forever never seems that long until you’re grown
Why Was the Ex-Marine Who Killed Jordan Neely Not Arrested?
A man goes into a subway, causes a disruption, then dies there at the hands of another passenger, who is let off scot free
Drop the Nuggets: Could Fried Food Be Making You Sad and Anxious?
A new study suggests fried food may be bad for your mental state—but it's not conclusive
J. Cole's Approach to Fatherhood Is Inspiring
A rare new interview with the Dreamville founder offers solid wisdom for dads
Researchers to Your Unsurprised Face: Money Does Buy Happiness
In other news: Water is wet
Can Psychedelic Treatment at Ketamine Clinics Cure Mental Illness?
The party drug is being repurposed for therapeutic purposes nationwide, with some encouraging results
Do You Believe Racism Is a Mental Illness?
Some medical professionals say yes; others are calling B.S. But the answer could have major legal implications.
Turns Out, Video Games Might Actually Be Good for Kids
An extensive new study finds they help improve memory and cognitive ability
How Practicing Semen Retention Made Me a Better Lover—And a Better Man
I knew tantra would be a challenge. What I never anticipated is how it'd transform my entire life.
Kevin Hart and Jay-Z Just Dropped a Blueprint for Discussing Daddy Issues
The two superstars go deep on how they've healed from paternal voids
Depression Won't Be the Death of Me
Fatherhood is hard enough when you’re not battling a war within. One man shares his redemption story.
Why Do Detainees Keep Dying in This Baton Rouge Jail?
In one decade, 45 people died in East Baton Rouge Parish Prison. Most were charged with nonviolent misdemeanors. Most didn’t have their day in court. Most were Black. How did the system fail them?
Don’t Expect Me to Work After Police Brutality Makes the News
This is not a vacation day. This is sick…
How Open Mike Eagle Survived His Demons Through Anime
Life changes hit the rapper hard — and shows like ‘Tokyo Ghoul’ helped him process it all
LaKeith Stanfield’s Toughest Role of All Is Himself
As he heads toward this thirties, the electrifying…
9 Out of 10 Men Have Body Image Issues, and Covid-19’s Making Them Worse
After a life of struggling…
5 Most Effective Ways to Avoid Election Day Angst, Ranked
We’re all gonna need a good distraction
Your Partner Has a Suicidal Past. Here’s How You Can Help.
Mental health can take a toll on any relationship — here are ways you can show up for your lover
Taking Kanye West Seriously Is Hard — But Holding Him Accountable Seems Even Harder
Whether being used as a political pawn or giving cover to racists and fools, his antics aren’t just harming himself anymore
Please Stop Sending Me ‘I Hope You’re Well’ Emails — I’m Not
Most of us aren’t. Here are some 2020-appropriate alternative greetings.
A Guide to a Happy Divorce
It’s never easy, but there’s still a relationship you can salvage.