STEPHEN HAVING A CHAT- UNCHECKED, IT WILL GET MUCH WORSE…As a Mental Health Support Consultant to NSW Department of Communities and Justice (Child Protection, Out-of-Home Care & Juvenile Justice) and the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) I see the devastating toll that effects of unaddressed and unattended mental illness have on regular folks every day. …
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In no other field, except perhaps leprosy, has there been as much confusion, misdirection and discrimination against the patient, as in mental illness… Down through the ages, they have been estranged by society and cast out to wander in the wilderness. Mental illness, even today, is all too often considered a crime to be punished, …
Talking About Mental Health with Your Employees Without Overstepping. Helping others isn’t a chore, it is one of the greatest gifts there is. Employers willingness to open up an honest conversation about mental health with employees is exactly the kind of gift that so many people want and need right now. https://bit.ly/2Ks7OeV https://www.mentalhealthatwork.org.au/ #mentalhealthatwork #HAVACHAT …
I am an expert in mental health. I was diagnosed with mental illness in my early 20’s. My primary diagnoses are major depressive disorder and social anxiety. Mental illness is part of me and that’s okay. Although I have struggled, I am strong and powerful. Through the pain and suffering, I have found happiness. I …
Madalyn Parker had been at her first job only a few months when the depression and anxiety set in. She had beaten back both in college, where she became so depressed that she stopped eating and going to classes. It nearly prevented her from graduating.https://time.com/5764680/mental-health-at-work/
Awareness of mental health is increasing, but we still face a world where people with mental health problems face discrimination and can face challenges getting the help they need. Many people who experience distress try to keep their feelings hidden because they are afraid of other people’s responses… https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/publications/how-support-mental-health-work
Mental health awareness has reached an inflection point. Singers, actors, and athletes are increasingly coming out about their challenges. Michael Phelps has been outspoken about his struggles with depression. Lady Gaga told the press what it’s like to live with PTSD. Prince Harry added his voice to the group when he spoke about his battle with anxiety. Dwayne “The …
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The next little while is going to be tough for many people’s mental health. We recognise and understand the feelings of anxiety, distress and concern many people may be experiencing in relation to the coronavirus pandemic. There are a number of ways Intensive Support is supporting community mental health during periods of self-isolation or quarantine. …
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