Tagged With "illness"
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5 Myths We Need to Stop Believing About Mental Illness
YES! Magazine developed a powerful, research-based infographic that addresses 5 myths about mental illness. Includes data on prevalence of mental illness, percentage of violent behavior, reasons for suicide, treatment and recovery, resilience and optimism, age, gender, race, and socioeconomic factors. 5 Myths We Need to Stop Believing About Mental Illness: How to reduce stigma in society? Check your facts. ...
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Rain or Shine- San Diegans Walk to End Mental Illness Stigmatization
On April 30, 2016 Harmonium participated in the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Walk in San Diego. According to NAMI, 1,845 San Diegans participated and fundraised $142,038 to end stigma related to mental illness. Although it was raining and the temperature was well below what is comfortable for Southern Californians many families came and learned about behavioral health resources within the community. By participating and being out in full force organizations and community...