What is National Silence The Shame Day?
National Silence the Shame Day, May 5th, gives the opportunity to continue the discussion of mental health and wellness as well as removing stigma associated with mental illness.
Mental illness, like every other health problem, is diagnosed at various stages. It may have fewer symptoms from time to time and/or an effect on our daily activities. It's also important to know that mental disorders are treatable and recovery is possible.
Many people don't have an inexpensive or readily available routine plan of care for mental health problems in comparison to other areas of our health care, and no one has an affordable or accessible standard of care for mental health problems. Individuals who have access to many people are often living in silence due to the stigma of being diagnosed.
