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End the Stigma of Mental Illness
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THE NATIONAL HEALTH COUNCIL
Richard M Cohen posted:
Mental illnesses are chronic conditions, nothing more, nothing less. We have to grow and leave behind the demonized take on these illnesses that, historically, have been a staple of books, movies and magazines.

I long have believed that mental health groups should reach out to communities across America and de-stigmatize mental illnesses. Let's open the shades.

My best,

RMC
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