Mental health may not be as mainstream a topic as physical health, but one has to acknowledge the fact that it is a reality that needs to be addressed by authorities, institutions, and individuals in their own families and circles. Dismissing it does not take away the actuality of the situation as supported by records and numbers gathered by various official and independent organizations. The World Health Organization (WHO) names depression as the primary “cause of disability worldwide.” It says a lot about the state of affairs. People must do their part in raising awareness about mental health issues.
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Everyone can do their part in fostering consciousness. Doing preliminary research on one’s own to correct wrong notions and assumptions about certain mental illnesses is a step closer to participating in the global initiative to cure and prevent such diseases. One cannot be narrow-minded and judgmental when encountering people who might be suffering from mental ailments. Knowing who to approach and where to go when recognizing symptoms in other people can be a crucial part of one’s education and involvement in mental health awareness. A person doesn’t always have to be affected directly or indirectly by any mental problem for them to get engaged. The only requirement is a genuine concern for people.
By simply acknowledging the fact that mental illnesses are as serious as physical disorders, one can help in removing the social stigma associated with them. People will become more receptive to assisting and understanding other people with mental conditions. More realizations may open up one’s comprehension of mental health in the process.
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Dr. Arden Andersen desires to see all the citizens of Kansas lead better lives. He is working to heal Kansas by starting with an austere, yet adequate, state budget to rejuvenate jobs and economic growth, revitalize education, create healthcare security, repair roads, and bridges, and improve environmental health. To learn more about his work and advocacies, follow this Twitter account.
