| Celebs | Mental Disorders | Myth or Fact? | Stigma |
|---|---|---|---|
|
ED, addiction, Bipolar Disorder
Demi Lovato
|
Anxiety Disorders
These are the most common mental disorders in the U.S., affecting 18.1% of the population yearly.
|
Myth
It will be obvious if someone you know is suffering from depression.
|
Social stigma and self-stigma
What are the two main types of stigma in mental health?
|
|
Bipolar Disorder
Britney Spears
|
Psychosis
A mental disorder in which impaired thoughts and emotions cause lost contact from external reality.
|
Fact
Mental illnesses affect most families in America.
|
Educate yourself and others about the reality of mental health
What is one way to reduce the stigma?
|
|
Addiction & depression
Justin Bieber
|
Panic Disorder
Type of anxiety disorder that is twice as common in women and is characterized by intense fears and feelings of dread.
|
Myth
Mental health issues are permanent.
|
People with mental illnesses are unpredictable and dangerous.
What is one false belief about mental illness?
|
|
OCD
Leonardo DiCaprio
|
PTSD
Mental illness triggered by a terrifying event.
|
Myth
Schizophrenia means you have multiple personalities.
|
Lack of awareness and education regarding a certain topic.
How does stigma develop?
|
|
Depression
Abraham Lincoln
|
Schizophrenia
Symptoms include inconsistent moods and disorganized speech and behavior
|
Fact
Anyone can develop mental health problems.
|
It can delay or impede a person's seek for treatment.
How does stigma affect those looking for help?
|
Support Us on Ko-fi