News & Analysis
Faith-informed reporting and analysis on the news that matters to Black Christian women.
Kanye West links 2002 car crash, untreated brain injury to bipolar disorder in public apology
Kanye West says a 2002 car crash left him with an undiagnosed brain injury that worsened bipolar disorder, fueling years of psychological decline.
Diddy’s New Prison Home Described As ‘Hell On Earth’
Sean Combs is on suicide watch at Brooklyn’s detention center, with concerns over his mental state.
Regina King Confronts Anger with God in the Wake of Her Son’s Tragic Death
Regina King, the renowned Oscar-winning actress, opens up about her spiritual struggle and the ire she felt toward God after her son, Ian Alexander Jr., took his own life in January 2022, at just 26 years of age.
MacKenzie Scott donates generous $15 Million to support wounded veterans
Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) received a $15 million donation from MacKenzie Scott to support the needs of post 9/11 wounded, ill and injured veterans.
Gayle King grapples with loss of friend Cheslie Kryst: ‘I’m so gutted by the news’
In a deeply personal and emotional piece written for the Oprah Daily website, King, 67, shares, “I first met Cheslie Kryst in May 2019, when the newly crowned Miss USA came on CBS This Morning to talk about how—for the first time in history—Miss USA, Miss Teen USA, and Miss America were all Black women.
Miss USA 2019 Cheslie Kryst dies by suicide at 30: Family says she 'inspired others around the world'
Publicly, Miss USA 2019, Cheslie Kryst, seemed to have it all: beauty, success, happiness, and a platform to do good in the world. But privately, she was battling internal demons. Authorities say she jumped to her death.
Tamar Braxton finds her way back to faith after suicide attempt, says ‘The wages of sin is death’
Mark 8:36 asks a question: “And what do you benefit if you gain the whole world but lose your own soul?” Reality TV star Tamar Braxton seems to have the right answer now, which is, nothing. You gain absolutely nothing at all.
Tamar Braxton speaks on suicide attempt and healing journey, says ‘God’s grace and his mercy’ spared her life
The 43-year-old singer and reality TV star, who was hospitalized after being found unresponsive in her room at the Ritz-Carlton hotel, said she attributes her survival to “God’s grace and his mercy.”
Kids and Mental Illness: Parents and caregivers, take a closer look at children’s behavior
In an effort to raise awareness about mental health issues in children, The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is challenging parents and caregivers to reexamine how we interpret children's behavior. Instead of making snap judgments, we should take a more realistic look at our children's behavior.
Does your pastor need a sabbatical? Pastor Howard-John Wesley confesses that he does
With incidences of suicide on the rise among pastors in the U.S., a popular Virginia-based preacher announced to his congregation that he needs a break from ministry for his spiritual, mental, physical, and emotional well-being.
Rev. Howard-John Wesley announced his sabbatical.
Wedding Bells Are Ringing: Taraji Henson reveals her wedding date
Wedding bells are ringing for actress Taraji P. Henson who confirmed she and her beau are tying the knot in the springtime! The 49-year-old fiancée revealed that she and Kelvin Hayden will say their vows before God and man on a special day in California’s northern Bay Area, known as wine country.
Taraji Henson talks Jussie Smollett, depression, anxiety, and faith in God
These are crazy times for the cast members of Fox’s hit show, “Empire,” ever since one of its stars, Jussie Smollett, filed a police report alleging a hate crime. Taraji P. Henson, known for her role as Cookie Lyon on the series, says she keeps things together through therapy, and faith in God.
Suicide and depression among Christians: What can the church do better?
Many of us have heard the statistic that more than 19 million Americans each year struggle with depression. But, for some reason, plenty of folks believe that individuals within the faith community are excluded.
How God is using Michelle Williams’ mental health struggle to help others
God turns our pain into purpose and Gospel singer and Broadway star Michelle Williams is a living example of that truth. The “Say Yes” singer has said yes to the calling of taking the stigma off of mental illness.
T.D. Jakes reveals past suicide attempt and tells others contemplating it 'Don't kill your future'
Though millions have found the path to life through the ministry of Bishop T.D. Jakes, the preacher recently confessed that, in the past, he tried to end his life. He also has words to share with those who may be thinking about ending it all.