Beauty is a big part of today’s mental-health conversation, says psychologist, hair stylist, hair historian, and clinical therapist Afiya Mbilishaka, PhD. She’s here to talk about why hair (and caring for it) can be an entry point to mental-health services; why hair loss is so devastating; the importance of hairstylists in Black communities; and what’s really going on when someone gets breakup bangs. Plus, we talk about why hair is sacred in many cultures around the world, especially in the African cultures she’s studied.
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Dr. Afiya Mbilishaka
Psychohairapy
Taking back the CROWN
These Doctors Just Received A $200K Grant To Study Crown Hair Loss In Black Women
N Natural Hair Studio - where Dr. Afiya formerly offered hair services
MAUI MOISTURE ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH PSYCHOHAIRAPY, AN ORGANIZATION USING HAIR AS THE ENTRY POINT INTO MENTAL HEALTH CARE
Kamilah - the stylist who did Dr. Afiya’s 40th birthday hair look
Maui Moisture Frizz Free + Shea Butter Leave-in Conditioning Mist
Alikay Naturals Lemongrass Leave-in Conditioner
Aunt Jackie's Flaxseed Gel
The Lip Bar Matte Liquid Lipstick - Rich Auntie
Aura Cacia Lavender Essential Oil
Now Foods Ylang Ylang Oil
Aura Cacia Peppermint Essential Oil
Africa's Best Super Gro Hair & Scalp Conditioner
Jhené Aiko
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