Black Mental Health Matters | Phillip J. Roundtree | TEDxWilmington

What is “Black Mental Health” and why does it “Matter”? Hear Phillip’s journey of trauma, resilience, and advocacy as he gives an impassioned talk discussing the impact of trauma on black identity, and black wellness, and why America’s current conversation on mental health is inadequate.

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Phillip J. Roundtree, MSW, MS is the Founder of Quadefy LLC, an organization dedicated to providing empowerment services to enhance the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual strength of an individual, team, and/or business.

[comfortlord]

yall see the crowd in this he's so brave for this speech thats amazing! RESPECT!

[THERSC]

I am a brother who takes medication and I go to counselling. I have had my ups and downs but I fight everyday to get myself together. I loved this talk.

[Collierslife]

This is why I am a therapist. Inspirational speech!

[khalid]

Yo bro I’ve been diagnosed with Autism. I’m going through depression and anxiety. Everyday I wake up with pain in my heart. Never had an easy childhood due to my autism and family issues. Had to grow up really fast with all the issues I’ve been born with. I was told to be a man when I needed love. It’s ironic now that I can’t feel love and don’t give out love. Pain in my soul. Pain in my mind. Pain in my heart. For all the people suffering from mental health I wish you lot the best and don’t give up. I’m gonna go follow that advice too.

[BrianBranch]

Brother, THANK YOU for sharing this. You never know who is going through whatever it is that hinders them from reaching their full potential.

[jaybrick]

They just diagnosed my brother with schizophrenia and I struggle with anxiety and depression not easy

[brittanycombs]

Learning history is traumatic alone. It was like learning about horror.

[jasonmartinalaska]

Awesome talk! Thank you for your bravery and for sharing your story.

[arlenbeyer]

I saw this live and it was so moving I was on the verge of tears

[bre]

the fact that he mentioned x genuinely. rocks with him🤞🏾

[dameharris]

Thank you for the experience and vulnerability my brother. Peace be the journey! I will share this message. 🏆👊

[bubbasmith]

real talk, I suffer from mental illness and I'm on meds, divorced unemployed. I feel terrible

[Layllen]

This is so powerful and much needed. I love the bravery and vulnerability. We need more of this . Thank you for sharing your story.

[lunadabaybrandon]

Ive been dealing with depression for 6 and a half years, and the COVID pandemic made it sooo much worse!! I didn’t realize how much I needed help until recently. It took a lot of nerve, convincing, and tussling to get the help that I needed to change myself. I am now a brother who is on treatment, takes medication daily, and goes to see a psychologist. I have my issues, I had my highs and lows throughout my life, and to this VERY DAY, I still fight for my mental health, and move one step closer to getting myself together.

[AngelicTroubleMaker-LaVooDoo]

Im a LICENSED MASTER SOCIAL WORKER TOO!!! GREAT JOB MY BROTHA!!!
EDIT: I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (as of 3 mth ago)

[Leah_mrie]

This video is so inspiring and has encouraged me to take better care of my mental health. ❤️

[Beverlyu]

Thank you for sharing your story. This was inspiring to listen to.

[weready]

I've been in counseling for two years now, and I love it. I'm understanding myself a lot better than I did before.

[invadercem]

I am THRIVING! And will continue to thrive!

[antoniojones]

Good stuff KING. I love your courage man.. Resilience at its finest. God bless you.