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02/02/2026

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When something is bothering you, what do you tend to do?

Process out loud to others

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21/10/2025

UNRAVELING THE LAYERS OF MENTAL HEALTH STIGMA
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By Amanda Workman Last Updated: 5 days ago
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While several health conditions face problems related to stigma, the stigma around individuals with mental health conditions is some of the most prominent. Those of us living with depression have probably sensed or witnessed this at some point, in some way.

The problem is, because of this depression stigma, an individual may choose not to seek care for their depression or other mental health issues. There can be a fear of being discriminated against when confiding in someone else about how they're feeling, such as feeling depressed. And even more so, this fear can exist when it comes to reaching out for professional help. It can be a major barrier.

EXAMPLES OF DEPRESSION STIGMAS
There are several different types of stigma that exist. A few of these examples of stigmas include, but are not limited to, public stigma, internalized stigma, and institutionalized stigma.1

PUBLIC STIGMA
Public stigma revolves around negative attitudes or discrimination based on the public's opinions about individuals with mental health issues. There has often been the misconception that people with a mental illness are dangerous, or that the person experiencing a mental health condition it is to blame for their health issue. These judgements can create problems when it comes to seeking help from emergency services, whether it be at a hospital ER or in an encounter with police. It creates feelings of shame and blame.

Facing this type of publics or social stigma is something that I have personally experienced many times. This stigma is one I have been subjected to even by some of my family members. While I know my sister loves me, she is one of those individuals who believe that you should just "suck it up." My sister has never experienced mental health challenges. I think this makes her view depression as just being a little sad every day, instead of for the health condition that it is.

TO BE CONTINUED .......

19/10/2025

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16/10/2025

13/10/2025

We give God all the glory for the WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY 2025. ACCESS TO SERVICES: MENTAL HEALTH IN CATASTROPHES AND EMERGENCIES.
DAY ONE WAS AWARENESS WALK AND ADVOCACY VISITS.
DAY TWO : MEDICAL OUTREACH AND CONTINUATION OF ADVOCACY
SUNDAY : ADVOCACY VISIT AND THANKSGIVING.
OLUWA IS FULLY INVOLVED.

11/10/2025

DAY TWO : WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY 2025.

10/10/2025

WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY 2025
AWARENESS WALK 1OTH OCTOBER 2025

01/10/2025

In all you do , ensure your mental well-being is prioritized.