Category Archives: Stigma

Know the signs of postpartum depression, for some, post-pregnancy …

Nine years ago, Paige and Bjorn Bellenbaum were excited to have their first child. But Paige quickly began to struggle with postpartum depression — and neither of them realized she needed help.

How Outsider Art is Breaking Down Walls Around Mental Illness In …

By exhibiting works of art created by people with mental illness in China, organizers hope to counteract negative stigma and foster connections and new respect for a marginalized population.

When My PTSD Gets Triggered | Trauma! A PTSD Blog – HealthyPlace

Over the years, I have learned to adapt pretty well to living with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). But certain situations or settings can trigger, which means to cause an onset of, the anxiety of my PTSD, taking me back to a …

Public figures sign letter seeking equality for mental health | Society …

“We accept, and urge ministers to accept, that this will require additional investment in mental health services,” the letter states. “But we are strongly persuaded that sustained investment in mental health services will lead to …

Learning to Understand My Brother's Schizophrenia | Psych Central

Learning to Understand My Brother's Schizophrenia. By Brittany Green ~ 4 min read. A few years ago, my mother called the police when my brother said he had the desire to kill himself. He'd been admitted to a mental hospital …