From my heart...
Being a mental health professional I hear people talk about depression and mental illness all day everyday. I read the statistics and reports about the "system" failing individuals quite frequently, But, when tragedy hits close to home it can be a LOUD wake-up call! It's hard for me to understand the fact that mental illness is still a taboo thing. I personally don't understand why it's not a more discussed topic, why there aren't enough resources and access to treatment. Here in the US we have option after option for physical healthcare. If you don't like a physician for whatever reason all you have to do is walk across the hall or drive across the street and there are at least 10 more for the choosing. Why aren't there just as many easy options for mental healthcare treatment?
These day there is a checklist for "warning signs" for every ailment out there and I want to be sure that depression warning signs are top of mind as well
Being a mental health professional I hear people talk about depression and mental illness all day everyday. I read the statistics and reports about the "system" failing individuals quite frequently, But, when tragedy hits close to home it can be a LOUD wake-up call! It's hard for me to understand the fact that mental illness is still a taboo thing. I personally don't understand why it's not a more discussed topic, why there aren't enough resources and access to treatment. Here in the US we have option after option for physical healthcare. If you don't like a physician for whatever reason all you have to do is walk across the hall or drive across the street and there are at least 10 more for the choosing. Why aren't there just as many easy options for mental healthcare treatment?
These day there is a checklist for "warning signs" for every ailment out there and I want to be sure that depression warning signs are top of mind as well
It's important that we assess ourselves as well as stay aware for our friends and loved ones. Asking for help can be intimidating but it always worth it! Dr. Google it if you need to find a mental health professional in your local area.
I believe that this is a necessary dialogue let's make sure that no one has to suffer in silence again.
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