Now, the officer, who is still serving, shares his story with others in the hopes of destigmatizing PTSD and challenging the idea that war leaves psychological wounds from which it is impossible to recover. Though the process …
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Lena Dunham Challenges The Stigma Surrounding Mental Illness …
The stigma surrounding mental health has prevented many from seeking treatment. Given that one in four people are affected by a mental disorder at some point in their lives, it's alarming that only about 40 percent of those …
Veterans speaking out about Sarah Palin's remarks about PTSD …
“Contrary to caricature, those with PTSD- veterans and non-veterans alike – are simply not ticking bombs who could snap at any moment. Research has shown this time and again,” wrote Brandon Friedman, the former digital …
Lena Dunham Shuts Down Mental Illness Stereotypes In New Photos
Lena Dunham tackled the negative stereotypes surrounding women with mental illness in a series of Instagram photos Thursday night — and the message is right on point.
Somaliland faces 'explosion' of mental health conditions | Zoe Flood …
Communities struggle with the cultural and financial challenges of mental illness, and in under-resourced private clinics, patients are routinely chained.