Self-stigma is also linked to the “why try” effect, which occurs when someone refuses to pursue some goals because of ...

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Mental health challenges are a universal concern, but for individuals within the LGBT community, the burden is often magnified by societal stigma, discrimination, and a lack of supportive resources.

Common mental health disorders among adolescents include depression, anxiety disorders and suicidal behaviours.

Countless individuals around the world struggle with mental ... effects on children, hindering their journey towards becoming ...

For this year's First Fortnight festival, socially engaged composer, musical director, and musician Norah Walsh has composed ...

Oklahoma must address unsafe and inhumane conditions identified in Oklahoma County Jail investigation by the DOJ.

Nearly one-fifth of adults in the United States have a mental health condition. But each year, over a third of adults with ...

I cannot help but think how much healthier we would be as a nation if we treated mental health the way we treat any other condition — with compassion.

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But perhaps the most promising development in terms of mental health is the changing attitude towards mental illness ... problems report they have suffered stigma and discrimination.