By: Alyssa Wilson May is Mental Health Awareness Month and many organizations are using this time to fight stigma and provide support to those battling mental health conditions.   According to an article in the National Center for Biotechnology Information, about 7.5 million African Americans have a diagnosed mental illness. An estimated 7.5 million more may be affected but are underdiagnosed.  As part of BNC's commitment to telling the truth and covering news in Black and Brown communities, we are highlighting organizations dedicated to providing support for these groups.  RELATED: BNC Mental Health Resources  Black Girl in Om is an organization dedicated to creating space for Black women to […]

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