To Be Black, Suicidal, And Dedicated To Keeping Black Life Sacred
My greatest fear is dying by the hands of white supremacists and just becoming a hashtag that eventually loses steam. But, I frequently do want to die. TW: This essay discusses suicidality, mentions of Black death, inpatient stays, madness, abuse, police
We Cannot Transcend Mental Illness In The Context of American Capitalism
Healthcare systems in the United States place the onus of healing on individuals and focus on self-optimization in service of inherently violent capitalism. TW: mentions of suicide, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and forced institutionalization Every suicide prevention day, week, or month, I once
“Checking On Your Friends” Isn’t Enough to Prevent Suicide
Our current systems are unjust, cruel, and harmful. As individuals, we can support our friends in crisis. But there are so many other factors that must be part of the conversation. TW: suicide, mental illness, police interaction, threat of sexual violence By