[…] respond effectively. Better yet, staff should be educated on early warning signs before a crisis occurs. Perhaps most importantly, school staff must challenge themselves to combat internalized stigma surrounding mental health. If an education professional (and likely, a trusted adult) approaches a mental health situation with judgment, students may feel invalidated and replicate this […]
[…] 3. Storytelling Is Critical to My Recovery I used to be afraid to talk openly about mental health and to share my story, largely due to the stigma surrounding mental illness (and the resulting discrimination). However, with practice, and with the encouragement of those around me, I am now able to proudly share my […]
[…] family reputations, covering any faults, mistakes or vulnerabilities. Experiencing mental illness as a woman in the Middle Eastern American community is a matter that remains shrouded in stigma and shame. There Aren’t Studies Examining Middle Eastern Americans’ Health According to estimates by the U.S. Census Bureau, about 3.7 million Americans claim Arab ancestry, but […]
[…] have those expenses. Although these providers are still available via Telebehavioral health, members may face a shortage if they prefer to see a provider in person. The stigma around mental health continues While there are disparities among different populations, many still experience stigma surrounding mental health and suicidal ideation. However, we’re seeing some progress, […]
[…] know or think about mental illness. Perhaps they don’t have any first-hand experience with mental illness, and they might unintentionally see your diagnosis through the lens of stigma. It’s normal to worry that their limited experience might lead them to see you differently. Personally, I feared for the first time my partner would find […]
[…] own recovery, I have given intense thought to how trauma manifests in the body and how survivors of abuse and suicide can heal. Facing Abuse, Trauma and Stigma When I was 16 years old, my abuser attacked me, stabbing me in my right thigh and causing me to lose hearing in one ear. After […]
[…] not wanting to look, you just can’t look away? That’s what skin picking feels like for me. It's hard to stop once I’ve started. Facing Shame and Stigma As I cope with this condition, I have had to grapple with the shame and stigma surrounding mental illness. I once used to cover up the […]
[…] as a child, I started to feel like I had nowhere to turn and no one to share my struggles with. This isolation was compounded by the stigma surrounding mental illness and shame surrounding sexual abuse — particularly within my community. After I began attending church frequently, I realized I needed to face the […]
[…] other to keep pushing through our challenges. I remain close with many of my group members. They continue to give me hope for recovery. Sharing Resources, Fighting Stigma and Creating Change The work of NAMI on Campus extends beyond offering a listening ear to its members. We have hosted on-campus events and open meetings […]
[…] the mental health space. Through her writing and public speaking, she spearheaded conversations about mental health in the Black community and articulated how racial discrimination exacerbated the stigma surrounding mental illness. She also began to address the greater impact of stigma — the community’s reticence to seek help. “No one wants to say, […]
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