The stigma around mental illness prevents people from seeking treatment. We are here to help stop that stigma so that more people can get the help they need. π #letstalkstigma #stopstigma #talkstigma #mentalhealthmatters #anxiety #anxietydisorders #Normalizetherapy 6 Likes
Always remember: you are not defined by your mental illness. π― #mentalillness #itsokaytonotbeokay #youarestrong #youarenotalone #believeinyourself #mentalhealthmatters 12 Likes
Today, we are thinking of you and we are thankful that you are here. #happythanksgiving #thanksgiving #letstalkstigma #talkstigma #stopstigma #buffalo #buffalony #antistigmacoalition #mentalhealthhelp #mentalhealthmatters #eriecountyantistigmacoalition 11 Likes
Welcome to our newest Erie County Anti-Stigma Coalition Members: @exploremore716 and @catholiccharitiesbuffalo π β’β Explore & More-The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Childrenβs Museum is a world-class childrenβs museum that celebrates the power of child-led play has arrived at Buffaloβs doorstep. ... 9 Likes
The more you understand mental illness, the more you can be a source of support to your loved ones that suffer from one. π #InternationalDayofTolerance #toleranceday #mentalillness #sourceofsupport #mentalhealth #mentalhealthadvocacy #mentalhealthmatters #youarenotalone 16 Likes
This statistic from the American Psychological Association reminds us how prevalent trauma is. Of that 70%, 20% of those people go on to develop PTSD. #MentalHealthStatistics #PTSD #understandingmentalhealth #mentalillness #letstalkstigma #talkstigma 11 Likes
Sometimes a smile is all someone needs to see to brighten their day. π #WorldKindnessDay #smile #spreadjoy #smiling #smilemore #smilinghelps #smiles #joy #happy #happiness 11 Likes
Today we honor our veterans. We are grateful for their service and sacrifice. π Veterans often face significant mental health challenges when they complete their service. Stigma can play a role in preventing them from sharing their struggles and seeking ... 1 Comments
βWhen we put so much emphasis on completing treatment and surviving, we feel we are not allowed to talk about the mental struggles.β βKathleen Maxian, cancer survivor and president of the Ovarian Cancer Project β’ Along with serious physical challenges, ... 13 Likes
We are proud to feature @amherstchamberofcommerce as this month's member spotlight! π β’β The Amherst Chamber of Commerce has a 60-year tradition of responding to the diverse needs of the business community. They believe, βWe do so much to take ... 10 Likes
Being sad or overwhelmed doesn't make you weak. It just makes you human. Be kind to yourself when you feel down. β€οΈ #bekind #kindness #mentalhealthmatters #youarenotalone #feelyourfeelings #itsokaytonotbeokay 12 Likes
Take a minute to recognize your growth on #NationalStressAwarenessDay. ππΌ #letstalkstigma #mentalhealthmatters #stopthestigma #youarenotalone #justtellone #stressawarenessday 12 Likes
When we set aside the stigma and share about our feelings openly, we give other people permission to do the same. β€οΈ #talkaboutyourfeelings #letstalkstigma #talkstigma #stopstigma #stopthestigma #endstigma #shareyourfeelings #shareopenly 1 Comments
We're proud to have new members joining the coalition every single month. If you're interested in becoming a member, visit our website! π Link in bio. #letstalkstigma #talkstigma #mentalhealthadvocacy 3 Likes
1 in 5 people live with a diagnosable mental illness. If you are struggling right now, we want to remind you that you're not alone. β€οΈ #youarenotalone #mentailillness #mentalillnessstatistics #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters 1 Comments
Welcome to our newest Erie County Anti-Stigma Coalition Members: @ccmwny and @aspirewny π β’β Christian Counseling Ministries of WNY is a non-profit, 501(c) 3 ministry dedicated to integrating Christian beliefs and values with traditional therapeutic techniques. As a New York ... 1 Comments
Exercise can be one of the best ways to help cope with anxiety and depression. πͺ #exercise #mentalhealth #anxietyanddepression #workout #running #runner #anxiety #depression #runningformentalhealth 1 Comments
We are proud to feature @horizon_health as this month's member spotlight! π Horizon Health Services offers comprehensive, person-centered care for the treatment of mental health and substance use disorders. Patients and their families collaboratively embark on a journey towards change ... 6 Likes
Seeing a therapist and getting counseling can often be the first step towards turning mental illness into something more manageable. π― #therapy #counseling #letstalkstigma #talkstigma #stopstigma #normalizetherapy #mentalillness #Mentalhealthmatters 6 Likes
According to the #CDC, suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in every age group. It's time to normalize therapy and stop the stigma associated with mental illness. π #mentalillness #normalizetherapy #letstalkstigma #talkstigma #mentalhealthmatters #suicide #suicideprevention 11 Likes
βIt is so important to widely educate our community that domestic violence is never the victimβs fault. Nothing that a victim does warrants them experiencing abuse. Nothing.β βSara Grady, LMSW, director, domestic violence prevention and intervention services, Child & Family ... 11 Likes
You are far from alone in living with mental illness. π #mentalhealthstatistics #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthamerica #letstalkstigma #talkstigma #stopstigma #mentalillness 13 Likes
There is strength in sharing your story. π #bebrave #shareyourstory #sharingyourstory #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthadvocacy #stopthestigma #letstalkstigma #talkstigma 2 Comments
This statistic, which comes from a study from #JohnsHopkins School of Public Health - published in The Lancet, speaks to the importance of reducing the stigma associated with therapy. #normalizetherapy #stopstigma #letstalkstigma #talkstigma #therapy #publichealth #mentalhealth #therapist 18 Likes
Running can be an incredible way to get stress out of the body. πͺ #exercise #whyirun #running #runner #runnershigh #benefitsofexercise #mentalhealth #stressmanagement 7 Likes
Seriously, that's how easy it is to join the growing community of 3,390+ people who have pledged to stop the stigma surrounding mental illness. Visit our website to join us. π #letstalkstigma #mentalhealthmatters 9 Likes
It might be hard to be physically separated from your family due to the pandemic, but that's why we're grateful for technology that allows us to stay connected. π#stayingconnected #family #stayconnected #mentalhealthmatters #stayingintouch 1 Comments
