We can continue to challenge the stigma around mental health, but its important to recognize that this is only a small fraction of the battle. There are other issues that need to be considered going forward. Some of these issues include: - Providing access to affordable mental health care. - Challenging the use of the term mental illness. Whether it be physical or mental, no one wants to identify themselves with their illness, nor should they. Illness doesnt solely define an individual- its a challenge we learn to live with or seek treatment for. - Finding therapists who are using research informed techniques and not just talk therapy modalities. - Recognizing and owning our challenges. Many of us are afraid or waiting for the right time to seek help. Is there ever a good time to seek help? We certainly have progressed in many ways in normalizing psychological care, but work still needs to be done. You may wonder how you could contribute to this movement. One way is to confront friends/family with issues you believe are influencing their life or identify barriers of reaching your own full potential.
Posted on: Tue, 12 Aug 2014 19:22:40 +0000
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