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Sun, 05/01/2022 - 19:48
This is a great resource! Mental health is very important, and often overlooked in activism
Each unique culture has different perspectives on mental health. It is important to take remember some key points in the relationship between culture and mental health.
Not only do individuals dealing with mental health issues sometimes face stigma, but that stigma can also impact how much help they get or how much support they get from their communities. For example, individuals in underrepresented communities sometimes hesitate to reach out for help. This is also a problem that crosses borders and can be seen among many different countries and cultures.
Read more on these perspectives here: https://www.uniteforsight.org/mental-health/module7