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JANUARY 2023 Guns and Violence
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Guns and Violence
Published in Children’s Voice Volume 23, Number 1
by Julie Collins and Emily Swoveland
Although mental health problems are part of the debate about gun regulation, the discussion has focused primarily upon the mental health of the perpetrators’ of gun crimes. In fact, most people with mental illnesses are not violent and are actually more likely to be victimized than they are to victimize others (Teplin et al, 2005). While much more can be done to address the problems of perpetrators with a mental illness, that conversation alone will not address the problems associated with gun violence. The Child Welfare League of America (CWLA) believes it is time to broaden the focus of the gun debate to include the social, emotional, physical, and mental health impact of those traumatized by gun violence
Community Culture
Conference participants also voiced concerns about the pervasive culture of fear and violence that exists in many of the commu- nities they serve. At the community level, participants observed that guns are often used in response to fear. They pointed out that children and youth living in violent neighborhoods feel at risk; without nonviolent conflict-resolution skills, they too readily depend on guns to solve problems. Garbarino and his colleagues, likewise, stated that “exposure to gun violence also can desensitize youth to the effects of violence and increase the likelihood that they will use violence as a means of resolving problems or expressing emotions.” Often, it is only through carrying and using weapons that these youth feel safe, secure, and protected. But despite gun ownership, many children and youth remain unprotected from the violence within their communities.
Participants noted that fighting a community’s culture is an uphill battle that is netting few positive results. All agreed that when communities, families, children, and youth are empowered to work together and challenge negative values, they can begin to change the culture of violence and reduce community-wide fear. While not a quick process, is essential to encourage communities to take ownership of the safety and well-being of all children, youth, and families. Consistent with the standards in CWLA’s National Blueprint, conference participants further suggested working one-on-one with families, children, and youth to help them build their protective factors, develop resiliency, regulate their emotions, strengthen coping strategies, and transform negative life views into ones of hope for a better future. There was also widespread agreement about the importance of teaching parents how to model nonviolent behaviors for children and educating them on positive methods of discouraging violent alternatives.
Effects on Child Development
The consequences of exposure to violence on child development are very real. CWLA’s National Blueprint points out that children and youth exposed to chronic trauma can experience inhibited brain development, producing a lasting impact on life outcomes. Likely a result of such exposure, participants noted numerous skill deficits among the children and youth they serve who live in neighborhoods that have high rates of poverty and crime. As suggested by the research, many children experience problems with violence and aggression because they lack nonviolent conflict-resolution skills. Much of this violence and aggression is further exacerbated by emotional overload from exposure to violence. Children and youth exposed to violence experience significant stress, and often struggle to identify and regulate their emotions, as a result of developmental impacts from their frequent exposure to trauma. Their emotions are often internalized and can later erupt in aggression and violence.
The Listening Session attendees also acknowledged that these skill deficits can be the result of children and youth learning behavior through observing and mimicking the actions of those around them. When adults exhibit aggressive and violent behavior, such behavior is often interpreted as appropriate and acceptable. A cycle of violence starts when children and youth observe and embrace negative adult behaviors and, eventually, model such interactions with their own children. With much at stake, a laundry list of strategies and supports was offered to address the impact on child development and reduce the negative impact of exposure to violence. Participants lauded the importance of early, family-level prevention, suggesting that parents must be assisted in accessing the social services necessary to strengthen protective factors, build resiliency, help their children regulate their emotions, develop coping skills, and provide physical and psychological safety.
Mental Health Concerns
The Listening Session attendees recognized that until child and youth exposure to violence is eliminated, childhood mental health problems will likely continue to grow. The group noted that they are witnessing dramatic growth in the number of children and youth with mental health problems, and that service providers must actively work to educate the public on childhood mental illness. Mental illness continues to be stigmatized, and public hesitancy to discuss the matter is detrimental to children and youth who are impacted by mental health problems. It was further noted that many parents, teachers, and workers are often uneducated regarding mental health conditions and, as a result, fail to identify early signs of mental illness, delaying child and youth access to treatment. It was pointed out that even once treatment is received and a diagnosis is given, many adults lack knowledge about specific mental illnesses and are unsure of how to interact with children and youth with a mental health problem. Without proper education, parents, teachers, and other well- meaning figures may unknowingly exacerbate a child or youth’s mental health problems.
In addition to reducing risk factors and developing protective factors and resiliency among youth currently suffering from mental health problems, professionals agreed that communities must also help children and youth at-risk of mental health problems develop protective factors to shield them from the negative mental health outcomes that frequently result from exposure to traumatic life events.
Summing it Up
Preventing childhood exposure to violence and mitigating the impact of previous exposure is too large a job for any one group or organization. Child welfare, prevention, and mental health agencies cannot tackle this problem alone. Agencies must embrace the message of CWLA’s National Blueprint and encourage communities to take responsibility for the well-being of children and youth. Combating the negative impact of violence on children and youth requires the collaboration of teachers, principals, social workers, police officers, doctors, parents, friends, and more. Each person has a role to play, be it screening for exposure to violence, mitigating the impact of violence through emotional support, or preventing violence through community activism and policy initiatives. Only when all facets of society recognize the true negative impact that exposure to violence has on the well-being of children, youth, families, and communities, and actively work to address this problem, will substantive change take place.
Julie Collins is CWLA’s Director of Standards for Practice Excellence. Emily Swoveland served as an intern at CWLA in 2013. The authors offer special thanks to Linda Spears and Andrea Bartolo.
References
Garbarino, J., Bradshaw, C.P., & Vorrasi, J.A. (2002). Mitigating the Effects of Gun Violence on Children and Youth. The Future of Children, 12(2), 73-87. Retrieved fromhttps://www.princeton.edu/futureofchildren/publications/docs/12_02_05.pdf.
Finkelhor, D., et al. (2009). Children’s Exposure to Violence: A Comprehensive National Survey.Juvenile Justice Bulletin, October 2009. Retrieved fromhttps://www.ncjrs.gov/pdffiles1/ojjdp/227744.pdf.
Teplin, L., et al. (2005). Crime Victimization in Adults With Severe Mental Illness: Comparison With the National Crime Victimization Survey. Archives of General Psychiatry, 62, 911-921.
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RELIANCE ON GOD
“I just broke up with my boyfriend. It was not because we had so many troubles, or because he cheated on me or I cheated on him, but because there were so many little things. They were accumulating, so many little things. We both go to church, and I didn’t know what to do because I actually love my boyfriend. I am still in love with him, but I knew that there was something wrong. So I said, ‘God, if this is for me, I will leave it in your hands. If this is not for me, you’ll take it away.’
At that very moment, so many people started to talk to me: ‘Hey. How are you doing? I haven’t seen you [be] very happy,’ and ‘What’s wrong?’ and ‘What’s going on?’ I realized that the relationship was taking my happiness from me. So God started to send people to give me light.
My parents worried about me in the last month because I was not happy. They actually told me,‘We think you should see a therapist.’ I started to go to therapy and it actually helped.
This weekend I decided just to break up with him and I said, ‘Let’s see what happens.’ And my ex-boyfriend showed a face that I had never seen. It was actually a little scary. So I could see the truth. I could see this is what had been hurting me all the way. He was not in love with me, but he depended on me. He was all over me, and he was obsessed. I couldn’t see that because I was so in love, and I was so involved in the situation.
But so many things happened, and [then] I could see clearly. And it’s really, really interesting because last week I wouldn’t be able to say that because last week I was perfectly fine! I was thinking everything is alright. But it happened. Because I said, ‘Everything is in your hands.’ I relied on God.”
Daniel’s Reflection
I was gifted with an extraordinary example of faith when I met Diana Gutiérrez, a young medical student, in Panama. Diana shared with me her story of having just broken up with her boyfriend because something didn’t seem right. She made the very conscious decision to break up and put the relationship in God’s hands. She said, “God, if this is for me, I will leave it in your hands. If this is not for me, you’ll take it away.” What ensued allowed Diana to see that her boyfriend was not in love with her but, rather, obsessed with and dependent on her.
This idea of putting our problems in the hands of God is one I struggle with but it always pays off when I do it. My first struggle is that I believe God gives us so many abilities to deal with life. Second, I don’t want to be a passive person. But I’ve learned that turning something over to God does not mean either of these. Today, placing my problems in God’s hands means for me that I am asking a deeper wisdom to guide me to what will serve God and the Universe best, not just what I want for my own selfish, predetermined needs.
This is so well described by my favorite mystic, Father Richard Rohr, in his book, Breathing Under Water: Spirituality and the Twelve Steps, throughout his chapter on Step 11:
“When you ‘pray,’ you are supposed to take off one ‘thinking cap’ and put on another ‘thinking cap’ that will move you from an egocentric perspective to a soul-centric perspective…I call the first perspective ‘the calculating mind,’ and I call the second perspective ‘the contemplative mind.’…The first mind sees everything through the lens of its own private needs and hurts, angers, and memories. It is too small a lens to see truthfully or wisely or deeply. In short, prayer is not about changing God, but being willing to let God change us, or as Step 11 says, ‘praying only for the knowledge of his will.’ True prayer is always about getting the ‘who’ right. Who is doing the praying? You or God in you?
Little you or the Christ Consciousness? The contemplative mind prays from a different sense of Who-I-am. It rests, and abides in the Great I AM…. People’s willingness to find God in their own struggle with life and let it change them-is their deepest and truest obedience to God’s eternal will.”
Today my approach to turning my will over to the care of God can vary. My friend, David Charpentier, always reminds me “more will be revealed.”
Sometimes it is me simply meditating on an issue, asking the Universe to “help me to see what I cannot see.” I liken this approach to the wonderful quote from Carl Jung: “Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.” And, still, sometimes it means I am verbally asking the Great Spirit to help me resolve something I cannot resolve, understanding that it may not get resolved the way I want. Turning over a problem to the Universe may also simply be recognizing the truth proposed by Albert Einstein when he said, “You can never solve a problem on the level on which it was created.” For me that means some problems can only be worked out spiritually, not by my hard work and thinking.
The result of my turning problems over to a Higher Power are always positive, even if it just makes me pause for reflection before acting. The result is so beautifully articulated in AA’s Ninth Step Promises: “God is doing for us what we could not do for ourselves.”
Thank you to Diana Gutiérrez for teaching this 50+ year old a lesson you learned much earlier than me! I learned a great lesson in faith from you.
Understanding Allergies
What is an allergy?
Our immune system is designed to protect the body against foreign substances. Sometimes, this system overreacts by detecting harmless substances as threatening.
A person without allergies would have no reaction to this substance. An allergic person reacts to the usually harmless substance and their body produces antibodies to attack it. This sets off a complex chain reaction which causes the release of chemicals in your body including histamines. It is this chemical which causes the typical symptoms of an allergy, such as sneezing, itchy eyes or a runny nose.
For example, in hayfever, the immune system overreacts to pollen, and the release of histamine causes symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, itchy nose and watery eyes.
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Understanding Allergies: What is an Allergic Reaction?
How does an allergic reaction happen?
Our immune system is designed to protect our body against foreign substances – like viruses and other germs – to help keep up safe and healthy. But sometimes, our immune system can overreact and mistake a harmless substance as threatening. This is exactly what occurs during an allergic reaction.
Some of the most common harmless, everyday substances that can trigger an allergic reaction include:i
- Grass and tree pollen (this allergic reaction is known as hay fever)
- Dust mites
- Mould
- Food (such as eggs, nuts or shellfish)
- Dander (tiny flakes of skin or hair) from household pets and other animals
- Certain medications
- Latex
- Some household chemicals
Of course, anyone who suffers with an allergy knows how much of a nuisance they can be during your daily life. Thankfully, however, most allergic reactions are mild and can be easily managed, while severe allergic reactions are much rarer.i
Learn more about different types of allergies.
What are the symptoms of an allergic reaction?
If you have an allergy, coming into contact with the irritant (or ‘allergen’) that you are allergic to triggers a protective response in your body, and it begins to produce antibodies to defend itself. As part of this defense, your body will release certain chemicals, including histamines.
It’s these chemicals that are responsible for your allergy symptoms, which will typically occur within minutes of your exposure to an allergen. They may include:i
- sneezing, a runny or blocked nose,
- red, itchy, watery eyes
- wheezing and coughing
- a red, itchy skin rash
- worsening of asthma or eczema symptoms
Since some of these symptoms are similar to those you might experience with the common cold, a flu or sinusitis (sinus infection),ii, iii it can sometimes be difficult to tell whether your symptoms are due to an allergic reaction or illness.
If you’re unsure as to what’s causing your symptoms, consult our simple Symptomcheck comparison table to help you determine whether it’s an allergy or a virus that’s getting you down.
When in doubt, however, you should always consult your GP or pharmacist.
Who gets allergies?
Allergies are extremely common. Roughly 1 in 5 people in the UK are thought to be affected by an allergy at some point in their lives.i In fact, the rate of people developing allergies in the UK and other parts of the world is actually increasing with each year – however the reason for this is not yet fully understood.i, iv
Anyone can suffer from an allergic reaction, however allergies tend to be more common in children. An allergy may go away as a child grows up or stick around well into adulthood.i
You’re also more at risk of developing an allergy if allergies run in your family, or if you have asthma or eczema.i
How is an allergy diagnosed?
There are a few different methods of allergy testing available. If you think you may have an allergy, speak to your GP. They can recommend the best testing method for you based on your symptoms and personal history.
Common forms of allergy tests include:iv, v
- Skin prick testing
- Blood tests
- Patch testing (for suspected eczema)
- Elimination diets (for suspected food allergies)
Most of these tests involve exposing you to a small amount of a suspected allergen to see if it triggers an allergic reaction. If an allergy is confirmed, your GP can determine an appropriate treatment method to suit you.
How do you treat an allergic reaction?
While many allergic reactions are mild, there’s no denying that allergy symptoms can still be a real headache. They can make you feel frustrated, tired, groggy or just not yourself. Many common allergy symptoms (like a constantly runny nose or itchy, red or watery eyes)i can even get in the way of everyday life, making basic tasks like concentrating on your work more difficult. Thankfully, there are plenty of allergy treatment options available that can help you manage allergy symptoms.
Over-the-counter allergy relief medication comes in many different forms to suit any allergy sufferer – from corticosteroid nasal sprays, to anti-allergy tablets, syrups and nasal washes.
You can find all of the above in the Piri Allergy product range, including Pirinase Allergy nasal spray and Piriteze syrup and tablets – designed to provide you with fast, effective relief from symptoms when allergies strike.
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Lawmakers grill CEOs of gun manufactures.
For anyone looking for peace in this world this video demonstrates that gun manufacturers are very much the real killers. If you have already watched this video you will now know that the manufacturers of guns created a law that protects them from any liability in the event of one human being ending another humans life.
The fact is gun companies markets and directly targets young men in there advertisements, hence that is exactly what we see being played out on street all over the world.
Gun manufacturers must be held responsible for there part in deaths on our streets.
The gun making business is a rich man’s game Providing weapons that effectively drives fear into the hearts of poor people. Many of the young that are drawn into the gun trade are not in the position to contribute towards their parents energy bills, never mind being able to afford these weapons.. Maybe all parent may need to go on strike and lobby the gun manufacturers to take some responsibility for there part in deaths on your streets.✅
Over the past few years, gun violence has risen to the forefront of public consciousness. Much of the debate has focused on gun regulation and keeping deadly weapons out of the hands of potential killers, particularly those with mental illnesses. Unfortunately, far less attention has been dedicated to the impact of gun violence on victims. While individuals killed and injured in atrocities such as the Sandy Hook and Aurora Theater shootings are publicly remembered and mourned, victims of these tragedies are not limited to those men, women, and children killed, injured, or present during these horrific events. The consequences of gun violence are more pervasive and affect entire communities, families, and children. With more than 25% of children witnessing an act of violence in their homes, schools, or community over the past year, and more than 5% witnessing a shooting, it becomes not just an issue of gun regulation, but also of addressing the impact on those who have been traumatized by such violence (Finkelhor et al., 2009).
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Bone health: Tips to keep your bones healthy
Protecting your bone health is easier than you think. Understand how diet, physical activity and other lifestyle factors can affect your bone mass.
Bones play many roles in the body — providing structure, protecting organs, anchoring muscles and storing calcium. While it's important to build strong and healthy bones during childhood and adolescence, you can take steps during adulthood to protect bone health, too.
Why is bone health important?
Your bones are continuously changing — new bone is made and old bone is broken down. When you're young, your body makes new bone faster than it breaks down old bone, and your bone mass increases. Most people reach their peak bone mass around age 30. After that, bone remodeling continues, but you lose slightly more bone mass than you gain.
How likely you are to develop osteoporosis — a condition that causes bones to become weak and brittle — depends on how much bone mass you attain by the time you reach age 30 and how rapidly you lose it after that. The higher your peak bone mass, the more bone you have "in the bank" and the less likely you are to develop osteoporosis as you age.
What affects bone health
A number of factors can affect bone health. For example:
- The amount of calcium in your diet. A diet low in calcium contributes to diminished bone density, early bone loss and an increased risk of fractures.
- Physical activity. People who are physically inactive have a higher risk of osteoporosis than do their more-active counterparts.
- Tobacco and alcohol use. Research suggests that tobacco use contributes to weak bones. Similarly, regularly having more than one alcoholic drink a day for women or two alcoholic drinks a day for men may increase the risk of osteoporosis.
- Sex. You're at greater risk of osteoporosis if you're a woman, because women have less bone tissue than do men.
- Size. You're at risk if you are extremely thin (with a body mass index of 19 or less) or have a small body frame because you might have less bone mass to draw from as you age.
- Age. Your bones become thinner and weaker as you age.
- Race and family history. You're at greatest risk of osteoporosis if you're white or of Asian descent. In addition, having a parent or sibling who has osteoporosis puts you at greater risk — especially if you also have a family history of fractures.
- Hormone levels. Too much thyroid hormone can cause bone loss. In women, bone loss increases dramatically at menopause due to dropping estrogen levels. Prolonged absence of menstruation (amenorrhea) before menopause also increases the risk of osteoporosis. In men, low testosterone levels can cause a loss of bone mass.
- Eating disorders and other conditions. Severely restricting food intake and being underweight weakens bone in both men and women. In addition, weight-loss surgery and conditions such as celiac disease can affect your body's ability to absorb calcium.
- Certain medications. Long-term use of corticosteroid medications, such as prednisone, cortisone, prednisolone and dexamethasone, is damaging to bone. Other drugs that might increase the risk of osteoporosis include aromatase inhibitors to treat breast cancer, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, methotrexate, some anti-seizure medications, such as phenytoin (Dilantin) and phenobarbital, and proton pump inhibitors.
What can I do to keep my bones healthy?
You can take a few simple steps to prevent or slow bone loss. For example:
- Include plenty of calcium in your diet. For adults ages 19 to 50 and men ages 51 to 70, the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) is 1,000 milligrams (mg) of calcium a day. The recommendation increases to 1,200 mg a day for women age 51 and older and for men age 71 and older.
Good sources of calcium include dairy products, almonds, broccoli, kale, canned salmon with bones, sardines and soy products, such as tofu. If you find it difficult to get enough calcium from your diet, ask your doctor about supplements. - Pay attention to vitamin D. Your body needs vitamin D to absorb calcium. For adults ages 19 to 70, the RDA of vitamin D is 600 international units (IUs) a day. The recommendation increases to 800 IUs a day for adults age 71 and older.
Good sources of vitamin D include oily fish, such as salmon, trout, whitefish and tuna. Additionally, mushrooms, eggs and fortified foods, such as milk and cereals, are good sources of vitamin D. Sunlight also contributes to the body's production of vitamin D. If you're worried about getting enough vitamin D, ask your doctor about supplements. - Include physical activity in your daily routine. Weight-bearing exercises, such as walking, jogging, and climbing stairs, can help you build strong bones and slow bone loss.
- Avoid substance abuse. Don't smoke. If you are a woman, avoid drinking more than one alcoholic drink each day. If you are a man, avoid drinking more than two alcoholic drinks a day.
Enlist your doctor's help
If you're concerned about your bone health or your risk factors for osteoporosis, including a recent bone fracture, consult your doctor. He or she might recommend a bone density test. The results will help your doctor gauge your bone density and determine your rate of bone loss. By evaluating this information and your risk factors, your doctor can assess whether you might be a candidate for medication to help slow bone loss.
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There’s a reason why music is sometimes used as a form of therapy, particularly in care homes and for people with memory problems. ‘Singing for the Brain’, which they say “gives challenges to the brain” and “helps concentration” in people with memory problems.
Ming Hung Hsu, the chief music therapist for the charity MHA which provides music therapy in their 54 care homes with designated dementia care, says this therapy “does help dementia sufferers retrieve certain types of memory, like long-term memory, autobiographical memory perhaps about their wedding day or significant days in the lives. It provides stimulation so they can still get hold of some memories.”
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Barber shops and salons are hubs of the black community
We’re all desperate for a cut but salons also play a key role in our sense of identity, says Mayi Hughes
SALONS AND barbershops, to me, have always been great symbols of community. Come rain or shine, winter or summer, early mornings or sleepy evenings, salons are a place of liveliness.
Jamaican patois bounces off the walls, hushed Yoruba gossip fills the air, and jokes in pigeon English warm the room. Diasporan Africans and immigrants alike intermingle in a space which co-exists as both a hairdressers and an open stage.
Confined to a chair for hours while your hair is intricately braided and woven, stories flow as storytellers are born. Some of the greatest lessons I’ve learned about myself and my identity have taken place in warm salon parlour seats, tucked away in the busy streets of London.
Salons have always been a place of togetherness for black individuals in Britain. Despite the Equality Act of 2010 formally protecting against hair discrimination, stories of school and workplace discrimination show that black hairstyles are still heavily politicised.
The law has not helped change the beliefs held by several employers that black hairstyles are unprofessional and inappropriate. This discrimination against black hair, which has historical roots predating colonialism and slavery, means that black hair is intrinsic to the black identity. Hair, especially for women, is such an important
expression of self.
How you decide to wear your hair can hold a meaning beyond just aesthetics, thus hairdressers are a well-frequented and significant spot.
Closure
The COVID pandemic has hit the beauty and hair sector particularly hard, with up to £124 million per week in lost income as a result of the closure of physical stores. This economic loss has been significant for business owners, however on the other end of the spectrum is the loss of the customers.
Black customers have lost not only a salon but also a community. These physical closures have also caused an intangible loss of belonging and identity. Employees at the newly founded Curl Bar London, situated in Crouch End, shared their views on the importance of hair, and how it impacts identity.
“The Curl Bar London is a safe space for women with curls, coils and waves to feel empowered. We have a wall in our salon that collects images of our clients to share the beautiful community,” a spokesperson said.
The team spoke of how powerful hair is as a tool for “self expression” and “empowerment”.
The global COVID pandemic has shaken the world, and the UK, in countless ways. It’s been a time of loss, physically through the lives taken by the virus, but also mentally, in the friendships and connections it has halted.
Identity is so strongly rooted in expression, and with opportunities to express oneself ceasing under lockdown, people’s sense of identity may have waned.
As the national lockdown eases, I hope readers can reminisce on their times in salons and barbers. Now, we will be sitting in those barber shops again, enveloped by laughter and chatter, and rid of these barber shop blues.
Mayi Hughes is a British-Nigerian student journalist at Harvard University, born and raised in east London. An international track athlete she is passionate about education, women and uplifting black stories
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Why is black hair so dominant?It is a dominant genetic trait, and it is found in people of all backgrounds and ethnicities. Black hair contains a large amount of eumelanin pigmentation, a type of melanin. This hair type contains a much more dense quantity of eumelanin in comparison to other hair colors, such as brown, blonde and red.
How much is the black hair industry worth in the US?According to Mintel's 2021 report on the Black hair market, the segment is worth $1.6 billion and is expected to continue growing, but R&D is not covering all the hair types, needs or styles needed by Black consumers, experts told CosmeticsDesign.1 Mar 2022
What does hair symbolize in black culture?Hair is a centerpiece of Black culture; it's a symbol of identity, of resistance, creative expression and freedom
HAIR ROUTINE Black hair is the darkest and most common of all human hair colors globally, due to larger populations with this dominant trait. It is a dominant genetic trait, and it is found in people of all backgrounds and ethnicities. It has large amounts of eumelanin and is much more dense than other hair colors. In English, various types of black hair are sometimes described as soft-black, raven black, or jet-black. The range of skin colors associated with black hair is vast, ranging from the palest of light skin tones to dark skin. Black-haired humans can have dark or light eyes.
AFRICAN HAIR SECRETS
While we think and assume of different possible hairstyles for several occasions, we never think of African hairstyles much, given that they are quite different than most of the other country styles. But let us tell you, these African haircuts are among also most well-known and popular styles. The latest African hairstyles have gained massive popularity given the versatile brushing and grooming effects along with stylish and edgy vibes. We give you with best African hairstyles which can easily fit into anyone willing to try. They will look stunning and gorgeous without a doubt. Continue reading to know more about these African hairstyles.
40 Beautiful African Hairstyles for Women with Pictures:
Here is a list of the top 40 choices for African hairstyles with images which are suitable for all types of face shapes.
1. Natural African Braid Hairstyle:
- Matching Face Shape: Oval and round face shapes women can try this style out.
- Best Hair Texture: Wear this style if you have a smooth and straight hair texture.
- Ideal Season: Women in their 20s are best for this hairstyle look.
- Best Age Group: One can wear this hairstyle for those between the age of 20s and early 30s only.
- Perfect Outfits: Wear a lovely gown or lock frock to look great in this style.
- Suitable Occasion: Wedding receptions or pre-wedding festivities, and events are all good to go in this look.
2. Two Sided Marley Locs:
We love this feminine Marley braid locs hairstyle for ladies. The African hairstyle is best for achieving a youthful and edgy, sleek look for women across age groups. It suits women with curly and wavy hair texture, gives a good hair density and looks amazing for any occasion and event. How do you like this one?
- Matching Face Shape: Round and square face shapes women can try this variant.
- Best Hair Texture: Any hair texture is good to go in this look.
- Ideal Season: Summers and spring is the best time here.
- Best Age Group: Those in the age of the 20s are good to go in this style.
- Perfect Outfits: Nice ethnic outfit and dress can look perfect in this look.
- Suitable Occasion: Wear these cute braids for short hair during family occasions and celebrations.
3. Side Twisted African Hairstyles for Ladies:
Among the several trending African hairstyle braids, we have this unique and feminine mesmerizing side twisted cornrows to give a beautiful gorgeous feel. The hairstyle may look regular and simpler, yet the cornrows add to the lovely feel and the unique charming style statement. It is suitable for women with any hair texture.
- Best Season to Try: This hairstyle is best for all seasons.
- Ideal Age Group: Suitable for women in their 30s age and 40s.
- Suitable Hair and Face Type: Any face and hair type can try out this stylish hairstyle.
- Perfect Occasion and Outfit: Try this style for formal parties with nice formal dresses.
4. African Bridal Hairstyle:
There are even the perfect African bridal hairstyles for women to exude beautiful and unique, authentic stylish vibes. This is a perfect example of trending around us this season. The African hairstyle features a hairdo textured to give a feminine and lovely style statement. Although the hairstyle requires some time to get to perfection, the intricate look and style deserve all our attention.
- Best Season to Try: Wear this style for the winter season.
- Ideal Age Group: Late 20 and 30s age group women to try this hairstyle out.
- Suitable Hair and Face Type: Oval and diamond face with curly hair is the best for this style.
- Perfect Occasion and Outfit: Women can wear this with nice long wedding dresses.
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