Hidden in Plain Sight: The Reality of Teen Mental Health Today
Teenagers struggle with mental-health issues due to the demands of school, unrealistic ideals of social media and the need for acceptance, but their struggles are often ignored or missed.
The Stigma on Black Women and Its Toll on Mental Health
Media stereotypes mock Black women and their influence leads to low self-esteem.
The Struggle for Equitable Healthcare
Alecia Reed-Owens’ labor and delivery story is similar to that of many Black women. It is a harsh reality in America: White health-care providers often do not listen to Black patients.
From Phrenology to Tuskegee: Racist Doctors’ Long Abuse of Black Americans
America has a history of medical experimentation on Black Americans, which contributes to the poor health of Black Americans today and the weariness many have to health care. However, the reformation of health-care practices and individual mindsets can allow Black Americans to lead healthier lives.
A Long Way From Home: Mississippi Father Faces Deportation as His Family’s Future Hangs in the Balance
A 17-year-old watched as ICE arrested his immigrant father, Hector, on I-20 in June. With Hector now out on bond, the family faces mounting legal fees and the risk of deportation.
Breaking the Silence: The Mental Battles Men Face Alone
Men’s mental health has become a rising area of focus in public-health conversations, yet the issues regarding a man’s mental well-being are often overlooked.
OK To Be Not OK’: Men’s Aversion to Doctors Hurts Their Health
Bryan McKinney, a college student, has been avoiding going to the doctor for his back pain. Many men also avoid seeking health care due to costs, social stigma and fear of the results. This phenomenon has contributed to men as a whole having poorer health outcomes than women.
A Shot at a Healthy Future: Vaccinating Mississippi’s Children
Mississippi vaccine rates for children are dropping, raising health and disease concerns.
Reimagining Elections: Mississippi teenagers’ advice to media, candidates, leaders and school
The teenagers from Mississippi advise media outlets, politicians, leaders, and educators to listen and address the issues that affect them.
The More We Learned, The More We Cared: How YMP Teenagers Analyzed Election Coverage
The solution-circle experience inspired the students. “It opened my mind to the range of problems that are apparent in Mississippi, and I think that we as the youth can help create the change,” YMP student journalist Kirstyn Lyles said.