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Mental HealthMental Illness Stigma
#RI-6aca272c·about 2 months ago·
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Lookback: 3 years in psych program

“To keep mental illnesses private”

Felt ashamed and ostracized despite hard work to get better

What I wish I knew
"Stigma affects lives more than disorders themselves"
If I could tell you one thing
"Be understanding and inclusive of all mental illnesses"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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