In the beginning, this was a skill that was passed down within families but it’s now become an expected offering in African American salons. Whether or not braids are bad for your hair depends on the ...

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Approximately 7 million African Americans experience mental illness in a given year, according to Mental Health America, but only a small fraction get adequate treatment. Psychiatry.org notes just one ...

For many Black women, braids, wigs, and weaves are more than just a hairstyle. They’re a cultural expression, protective care ...