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Agreed. Raising awareness is a big part of encouraging people to feel safe and ask for help, but if the help isn’t available, it’s not doing any good for them. How do we make sure help is there when necessary? We’re not doing enough by just raising ‘awareness’ of mental health | SBS Comedy
“Encountering someone who deals with mental health issues is a lot more common than one might think, seeing as nearly one in five American adults — 43.7 million — experiences mental illness every year. If that seems overwhelming, consider: One in 10 Americans is affected by depression. More than 80 percent of people who are…
If you’re like me and don’t want to be open to lengthy conversations with strangers, this article is good news. Even small connections, a smile, a nod, or a pleasant “hello,” have mental health benefits.
It might also remind us of the humanity of the people around us. There are worse things.
I hope those who work in the field are thinking the way Aaron is: “Rather than seeing this as a stop-gap until psychotherapy can return to the status quo, therapists should instead see it as an opportunity to rethink the delivery of psychological services all together.” Most of what we consider “therapy” has been around…
Breaking the cycle of adverse childhood experiences and the culture of silence Is the Answer to All Our Stress and Illness More Kindness? – Maybe not all, but it wouldn’t hurt us. What Helps When You’re Suicidal – From Those Who Have Been There For kids who face trauma, good neighbors or teachers can save…