Lena Dunham has been a longtime advocate of mental health awareness, both on screen and off. The actress/writer/your imaginary best friend has been open about her past struggles with OCD, a disorder her Girls alter-ego …
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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 …
Veterans turn on Sarah Palin for blaming her son's domestic …
Sarah Palin has fallen under fire for blaming her son's recent domestic violence on PTSD resulting from his years in the army, as well as on Obama.
Sarah Palin criticized by vets on PTSD comments – Business Insider
Veterans have taken to Twitter to candidly discuss their experiences with post-traumatic stress disorder and to dispel stereotypes of the "dangerous veteran" after former Republican vice-presidential nominee Sarah Palin …