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Tag: <span>Dr. Rick Wallace</span>

Sade Robinson: Unraveling the Horrific Story of Sade Robinson’s Murder

Sade Robinson: Unraveling the Horrific Story of Sade Robinson’s Murder ~ Her Life and Death! The investigation into Sade Robinson’s disappearance unearths a gruesome story of homicide, dismemberment, and a not-guilty plea that shakes the local Milwaukee community to its core. As this article delves into DNA findings, Robinson’s arm …

Woman charged with 11 felony counts for smashing car windshields in L.A., Santa Monica

Woman charged with 11 felony counts for smashing car windshields in L.A., Santa Monica! A Tale of Vandalism: Unmasking the Reckless Acts of Lisa Jones ‍ Commentary by Dr. Rick Wallace As a mental health professional and consultant, I seek understanding rather than excusing behavior. When considering cases like that …

Breaking the Silence: Tackling the Mental Health Crisis in the Black Community Head-On

Breaking the Silence: Tackling the Mental Health Crisis in the Black Community Head-On ‍Introduction to the Mental Health Crisis in the Black Community As a Black man and mental health professional, I am acutely aware of the mental health crisis that plagues the Black community. For far too long, our …

Navigating Through Darkness & Devastation: Rebuilding the Black Family Nucleus

Navigating Through Darkness & Devastation: Rebuilding the Black Family Nucleus The disintegration of the Black family nucleus The disintegration of the Black family nucleus is a topic that strikes at the heart of the African-American community. It speaks to the unraveling of the very fabric that holds families together, leading …

Confronting Black Adolescent Male Violence: Empowering the Future Generation

Confronting Black Adolescent Male Violence: Empowering the Future Generation Last updated Monday, January 22, 2024 Introduction Black adolescent male violence and Black young adult male violence are at epidemic levels, and we have the solutions. The challenges faced by Black youth in America are immense, with systemic targeting leading to …

Young Mother Killed in Tragic Shooting Incident: A Call to Address Inner-City Violence

Young Mother Killed in Tragic Shooting Incident: A Call to Address Inner-City Violence A young mother killed in a tragic shooting has left behind a young son, a devastated mother, and a host of friends and loved ones still trying to make sense of it all. In a heart-wrenching incident …

Shedding Light on the Black Youth Suicide Crisis: An In-depth Analysis of Prevalence Rates and Effective Interventions

Shedding Light on the Black Youth Suicide Crisis: An In-depth Analysis of Prevalence Rates and Effective Interventions ‍Introduction to the Black Youth Suicide Crisis Suicide is a deeply concerning issue that affects individuals of all races and ages. However, recent studies have highlighted a disturbing trend – an alarming increase …

The Senseless Murder of Ajike “AJ” Owens and the Slow Trigger of Justice

Florida Mom AJ Owens Fatally Shot by Neighbor ~ The Senseless Murder of Ajike “AJ” Owens and the Slow Trigger of Justice On June 4, 2023, Ajike “AJ” Owens, a 35-year-old single mother of four, was fatally shot through a neighbor’s door in Ocala, Florida. Owens and her neighbor, 58-year-old …

From Awareness to Action: A Guide to Closing the Racial Wealth Gap for Blacks

From Awareness to Action: A Guide to Closing the Racial Wealth Gap for Blacks ~ What Blacks must do to start closing the racial wealth gap! ‍Image Source: Pexels ‍As a student of the Black experience in America, I’ve always been aware of the racial wealth gap. It’s a problem …

Breaking the Cycle of African American Adolescent & Young Adult Male Violence through Proper Racial Socialization

Breaking the Cycle of African American Adolescent & Young Adult Male Violence through Proper Racial Socialization ‍Image Source: Unsplash ‍Having logged countless hours of research and program development and implementation to address the enigmatic issues plaguing the Black community, I am keenly cognizant of the struggles that come with growing …