Research
My current research interests include:
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Mental Well-being within the Black community
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Black men's mental well-being through sport
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Positive youth development through sport
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Diversity and inclusion in research and work environments
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Black travel and tourism
A Guide to Mental Health literacy
Project | 01 A guide to Mental Health Literacy
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I am currently working to transform my dissertation into a comprehensive guide and "how to" for increasing mental health literacy, help-seeking behaviors and decreasing stigma associated with mental health.
Mental Health Training
Project | 02 Mental Health Training
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As a research fellow with the U.S Center for Mental Health and Sport, I plan to help develop and implement a mental health training for coaches, athletes and their families.
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Click the photo for the full video of my dissertation defense
MHFA Trainer
Project | 03 Mental Health First Aid Trainer
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I am planning to become a certified instructor in mental health first aid (MHFA). MHFA is an international program that offers courses that provides an understanding of the symptoms, causes and treatment of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. My hope is be to able to provide the class free of charge to communities in need.