[…] trauma-informed care. Providers must recognize that people of color often distrust the health care system due to the history of abuse they have faced. To reduce the stigma of mental illness in communities of color, primary care providers should integrate mental health screenings and care into their service delivery. Finally, advocacy groups, including NAMI, […]
[…] like I had more power to do something about it. I could begin to focus on finding treatment that specifically works for OCD. I also felt less stigma toward myself after learning that having awful, intrusive thoughts is something that happens to me and doesn’t make me a bad person. What My OCD […]
[…] time my PTSD subsided, I was physically and mentally back to my old self. Often, people are shy to talk about their mental health for fear of stigma. However, if you are battling PTSD, there is no shame in asking for help when you need it. Getting the help I needed got me on […]
[…] hard to understand, or things in life that are assumed to be under control (like your mind) turn out not to be, people become anxious. This perpetuates stigma because the “have you tried this…” remark may be coming from a place of judgement or superiority. Opening the Door to Educate Others Our lived […]
[…] long-term unit dedicated to treating individuals diagnosed with BPD. This unit was groundbreaking in that it had a new therapy called dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). Despite the stigma that BPD carried in 1990, the staff on this unit wanted to work with us and were excited by the prospect of a community where the […]
[…] Pombo is an editor, writer, marketing strategist and mental health advocate rooted in Nashville, Tennessee. She holds a degree in Digital Journalism from Southeastern University and specializes in mental health and wellness writing. Emmie hopes to bring awareness and understanding to mental health and addiction struggles as well as shatter the stigma around mental illness.
[…] my daughter, and in that process, I get to practice empathy, resilience and not seeing her mental illness as my fault. Doing Our Part to Combat Stigma My daughter and I talk openly about our very personal journey because we want people to know that they are not alone, and we hope to […]
[…] community. I’ve learned that sharing mental health struggles can do that, too. Depression, like street harassment, is a subject that requires more awareness to shed the widespread stigma. People facing depression may not speak up about it or may not verbalize their feelings — and they may not have access to resources. And just […]
[…] so good, developing the right treatment plan takes some effort — but that effort is well spent. Tammy Ozolins works in the education field and lives in Richmond, Va. She believes that people living with mental health conditions can relate to her journey and help fight the stigma surrounding mental illness. person watering plants
[…] their desired approach. Witnessing and facilitating this progress has contributed significantly to my mental health recovery. They are learning from their mistakes and slowly letting go of stigma — that seeking help is not for the weak; rather, it is for the brave. Roselin F. Dueñas Cherres joined NAMI NJ as an intern […]
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