Barbers in north London are tackling black men's mental health, one haircut at a time. Barbers at five barbershops in Islington are being given specialist training to spot and help customers struggling with their mental health. Read more about the project:
Islington barbers: Tackling mental health, one haircut at a timeAt five shops in Islington, barbers are being given specialist training to spot customers struggling with their mental health - providing a safe space talk and guiding them towards long-term help.
According to charity Mind, young black men and boys are far more likely to be diagnosed with a serious mental illness than white men. The scheme, being delivered by Islington Council, is part of a three-year programme aimed at improving young men's mental health and tackling inequality.
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