Coping Skills Dealing with Racism

Black Canadians disproportionately experience significant social and economic challenges that can have negative implications for their mental health.

People who experience depression because of racism may find an outlet in a supportive community.  A support network can prove invaluable. Connect with people who understand the intersection of race and mental health and treat depression as a serious challenge.

Deliberately practice being compassionate with one’s self and recognizing that the depression, anxiety, anger, sadness, etc. that arises is an understandable reaction during and in the wake of these painful experiences. Self-compassion is described as the appreciation of our emotional responses to racism as being understandable, natural, and part of our human experience.