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While recent reports indicate that more individuals than ever before are experiencing mental health issues, that does not mean it is easy to talk about it. For some individuals, culture or profession could be a deterrent from discussing what they are feeling.
Mental Health Matters
The fact is, about 80 percent of the population will experience a mental health condition. It is time to get rid of the taboo surrounding it, because talking about your mental health is the first step to feeling better. Unfortunately, that does not make the conversation any easier.
The good news is we have seen celebrities and athletes alike publicly discussing their personal battles. Tennis phenom Naomi Osaka pulled herself out of a major tournament for her mental health, while Simone Biles chose to step away from competition at the 2022 Olympics. Award-winning actor Meryl Streep publicly advocates for increased awareness of bipolar disorder, and singers such as Demi Lovato are becoming more vocal about their own issues. Their voices can potentially reduce the stigma associated with mental illness and hopefully makes it easier to talk about.
If your mental health does not feel right, it is important to find someone to talk to and assist you in making a plan to get the help you need to feel better.
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