Breaking down barriers
Unfortunately, not everyone understands mental health problems. Some people may have misconceptions about what mental health means and because of this may use offensive or dismissive language. Therefore it’s important to be aware of how we discuss mental health issues with individuals.
Watch: What does Stigma mean to you?
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Watch the video below in which Chineye discusses what stigma means to her and what its impact was while caring for her mum who has a mental illness.
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