Take The Pledge With Gear Head To Be Stigma-Free
It is 2023 and Gear Head is still holding strong to our Pledge to be Stigma Free.
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With just 1 out of 5 people suffering with Mental Health conditions, I think it is time we end the stigma around mental health.
People suffering from depression, PTSD, bipolar, anxiety disorders and other mental health conditions shouldn't be looked at and treated any differently than someone who has any other illness.
Mental Health conditions can affect anyone at any age and it is all out of your control. Mental Health is not a choice and those struggling with Mental Health related disorders didn't ask for it.
Take the Military Veterans who have went to war and came back with PTSD for example, they experienced a traumatic experience. Those men and women didn't ask for that, even though they knew the cost, they just simply wanted to serve their Country and protect their loved ones here at home.
Then you have individuals that can inherit Mental Health conditions from their family, these conditions can range from autism, anxiety disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), bipolar disorder, major depression to schizophrenia and more.
People with Mental Health conditions can go on to live very successful lives. Take Devon Murray from Harry Potter for example, he recently opened up about his struggle with depression and his efforts to end the Stigma around Mental Health.
We need to #EndTheStigma around mental health as it can be just as serious as any other illness.
You are not alone!
Since we know a few people who struggle with mental health, Gear Head has pledged to be '#StigmaFree'.
Take the StigmaFree Pledge with us here : StigmaFree Pledge | NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness
Got a way to bring awareness with Gear Head? Let's collaborate over your idea.
The information below is from NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness
What does 'StimgaFree' mean"
The StigmaFree campaign is NAMI's effort to end stigma and create hope for those affected by mental illness. Through powerful words and actions, we can shift the social and systemic barriers for those living with mental health conditions.
ABOUT NAMI AND WHAT THEY DO:
Our Vision NAMI envisions a world where all people affected by mental illness live healthy, fulfilling lives supported by a community that cares. Our Mission NAMI provides advocacy, education, support and public awareness so that all individuals and families affected by mental illness can build better lives. Our Values Hope: We believe in the possibility of recovery, wellness and the potential in all of us. Inclusion: We embrace diverse backgrounds, cultures and perspectives. Empowerment: We promote confidence, self-efficacy and service to our mission. Compassion: We practice respect, kindness and empathy. Fairness: We fight for equity and justice. What We Do We educate. Offered in thousands of communities across the United States through NAMI State Organizations and NAMI Affiliates, our education programs ensure hundreds of thousands of families, individuals and educators get the support and information they need. We advocate. NAMI shapes national public policy for people with mental illness and their families and provides volunteer leaders with the tools, resources and skills necessary to save mental health in all states. We listen. Our toll-free NAMI HelpLine allows us to respond personally to hundreds of thousands of requests each year, providing free information and support—a much-needed lifeline for many. We lead. Public awareness events and activities, including Mental Illness Awareness Week and NAMIWalks, successfully fight stigma and encourage understanding. NAMI works with reporters on a daily basis to make sure our country understands how important mental health is. NAMI relies on gifts and contributions to support our important work.
Source: Meet Our Partners | NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness
