Health Risk Behaviors and Resilience Among Low-Income, Black Primary Care Patients: Qualitative Findings From a Trauma-Informed Primary Care Intervention Study.

Prior research shows that informal social networks are highly significant for Black Americans. 75 Close ties with family and friends are protective against mental health issues and stress, 76 , 77 whereas negative interactions with family members can be especially problematic for the psychological well-being of Black Americans. 75 In addition, participants identified mental health professionals as trusted individuals who could offer support.

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