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Mental Health (good) News
Some news are always relevant no matter how old. We have scoured the internet to bring you news that will bring you hope especially in a world of negative news. (The good) News Some links may change or even not work for reasons beyond our control. We are not responsible for the content you find…
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Stigma – The Distinguishing Mark of Isolation
Stigma – The Mark of Avoidance What is stigma really? Stigma is essentially about marking for avoidance. Example, you start something with great expectations for support. People who may have given support to your project on its merits, strangely disappear. Your resume suddenly does not seem so attractive anymore. A perfectly good opportunity seems to…
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Mental Illness Awareness Week: Be Empowered
NVLife Magazine are all about having that e-NV-iable LIFE. About inspiring people to live life actively, positively and being empowered. Now that is a good soulful motto as we recognize Mental Illness Awareness Week. Living a good ‘mentally healthy’ life is about living positively; it is all about having a sound mind. NVLife Magazine support organizations…
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10 Things You should Not Say to Someone Challenged with Mental Illness
Recently, Joy, a high street clothes store, nearly got #joycott when they sparked a controversial storm with a comment many thought was deeply offensive to those challenged with mental illness, in particular bipolar disorder. A card which went on sale said, don’t get mad, take lithium. They further sparked more hullabaloo with apparently ‘flippant’ remarks…
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When Mental Illness Strikes
When mental illness strikes, it can be very devastating. Mental illness costs society an enormous amount of resources yet it is one area that can be misunderstood. It is an area of health beset with stigma. Defying Mental Illness is looking to speaking to families and leaders of ALL communities including those from ethnic minorities,…
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7 Warning Signs of Depression
Many think of depression as just sadness or feeling low. But is it? And are there signs of depression? Nearly everyone has felt low at some time in their life and thankfully got over it eventually. However clinical depression is more than just mere sadness. Someone said, not because someone has had a cut means they understand an…