“It’s difficult not to be bothered by clearly demeaning and insensitive remarks. But what I have come to realize as a writer and a speaker, is that words only have meaning once we give them meaning…”
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“Stay Away, It Might be Catching”
“Stigma is the thing that stops you from being open about your struggles. Rarely does anyone feel embarrassed telling someone that they broke their arm or caught a cold, but so few people will call into work sick because of their mental health…”
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COVID-19: How to Stay Informed Without Losing Hope
If you are feeling hopeless and desperate right now, you are not alone. Now that the virus has spread across the world, and we are reminded of that fact by breaking news every day, it can be difficult to remain calm and maintain a sense of hope, particularly when faced with disheartening stories and shortages…
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Top 10 Mental Health Stigmas
“1. People with mental illness, especially those with schizophrenia are violent and dangerous…”
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“What is it Like to Go Through Mental Illness?”
Quotes from interviews with mental health advocates
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