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"Although women of other races and ethnic backgrounds may also experience mental health disorders during and after pregnancy, Black maternal and mental health organizations report that Black women are at higher risk for these aliments because of the pervasiveness of racism and racial discrimination."
https://ct.counseling.org/2023/03/the-maternal-mental-health-of-black-women/?fbclid=IwAR29Zp7nDFn_OEprg9hAQLXDziM3j1wY_u5luaolEdh-Svw4tPZ1C1kAwio

The maternal mental health of Black women - Counseling Today Because Black women in the United States face an alarmingly higher rate of maternal mortality and mental health conditions, counselors should be prepared to help clients manage their mental health while also advocating for quality care from health providers.