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Tag: stigma

Mental Health Stigma in the Asian Community: Story

Posted June 21, 2021June 21, 2021 Free Your MindPosted in Mental Health Blog

Growing up, the topic of mental health was absolutely non-existent. For those of you who belong to the broader Asian community, I am sure you can share the taboo nature of mental illness within your families. The topic of mental health seems to be invisible and when it is discussed, it is often spoken with […]

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Maybe You Should Talk to Someone

Posted November 9, 2020November 9, 2020 Michelle FanPosted in Mental Health Blog

Mental health is so stigmatized that people disregard their feelings just to fit into social norms. Are these social norms aligned with your values? If they are not, allude to a “bird’s eye view perspective”. Social norms are a type of stereotype that is oppressive, flawed, and not inclusive. Maintaining mental health whether you feel […]

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Mental Health Discussions Among Men

Posted October 19, 2020October 19, 2020 ThomasPosted in Mental Health Blog

According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, men died by suicide at a rate of 3.54 percent higher than women in 2017. Why is that? There is a larger mental health stigma when it comes to men, due to the notion of toxic masculinity. There have been traditional sentiments when it comes to the […]

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