American Research Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences

The mental health implications stemming from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic are still to be revealed. However, research suggests the outlook is quite concerning. The COVID-19 pandemic effect on communities of color has provided more attention and respect to African Americans’ need for mental health care. Racism worsens the adverse impacts of social determinants of health, causing health disparities for African Americans. This conceptual article explores COVID 19 and racism disproportionately affecting African Americans’ mental health and psychological well-being. The article also provides recommendations for mental health professionals to offer advocacy and to combat the problem.