Stigma has long been associated with mental illness and individuals have been silent regarding its impact on themselves and their family members. It is only by breaking through the silence that recovery can occur.
Mental illness, like all illness, can affect anyone, at any time, for any reason. We, as a community, are turning our energy towards promoting recovery and changing the way we think about mental illness and the stigma often associated with these diagnoses. Recovery from mental illness can and does happen. It is only with education and conversation can our community grow healthier and stronger.