Such perceptions not only harm individuals but also hinder societal progress. The time has come to address this stigma and view mental health with the same importance as physical well-being.

St Patrick’s Mental Health Services Attitudes to Mental Health and Stigma Survey has also revealed some 20% of adults would not tell anyone if they were experiencing suicidal thoughts.

When I look back on my mental health journey, I could have avoided so many years of pain if I did not allow the stigma of my mental health condition to restrict me. I probably would have received ...

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Mandy McIntyre wants to overcome the stigma surrounding mental health in the workplace and help local businesses and their ...

This can lead to patients avoiding getting tested, hiding HIV status from partners, avoiding medical care, not taking ... health care and mental health symptoms due to the stigma they experience.

He was working at an office in Tsukuba, Ibaraki Prefecture, and did not have anyone he could turn to. His deepening depression reminded him of his earlier mental illness woes during his school days.

Ms Ong said lowering the age of consent will help youth who might otherwise face parental resistance to mental health treatment due to stigma or worry ... aged 15 to 35 did not seek help despite ...

High costs, social stigma, limited awareness and a severe ... and respect their socioreligious identity. "The idea of mental health is not openly acknowledged in my family," said Faizan, 29 ...