Stop the Stigma: The Realities of Mental Health

October 3, 2014 / Visual.ly

There are some widespread misconceptions about mental health disorders. People think the cure for depression is to “keep your chin up,” that addiction is simple weakness, and that obsessive-compulsive disorder is humorous.

Let’s set the record straight about how this stigma actually affects the lives of people living with mental health issues with this infographic from Visual.ly.

Stop The Stigma : The Realities Of Mental Health

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