By Anne Sureshkumar We have been looking at common myths that need to be busted. Watch a few of our videos here! Another myth is that if a person has a mental illness it is a permanent situation. This is…
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Know This: Mental Illness is Not a Sign of a Weakness (Tamil Video)
By Anne Sureshkumar Myth-busting continues: Another myth is that if you have a mental illness it is a sign of a weak mind, this is equal to saying if you have a broken leg it is a result of a weak…
Mental Health: You Need to Know This (Tamil)
Some myths that you need to know about mental health
What Comes to Mind When You Think Mental Health?
We must keep asking ourselves this question on what is Mental health, as we continue the journey of embracing and improving our own mental health
Understanding Mental Health: What Isn’t Counselling and What Should We Watch out For? (Tamil)
What isn’t Counselling:There is a misconception that counselling may offer one a fix to their problem, or one will be told what to do. Counselling will be effective only when it is facilitated by a trained therapist. The role of the counsellor is…
Understanding Mental Health: When Should We Go For Counselling?
There is often the misconception that one seeks counselling only when there is the presence of a severe mental illness. Counselling helps in these situations, as well as any issue that is of concern to you, it could be relationship…
Understanding Mental Health: What is Counselling? (Tamil Video)
What is counselling: Counselling is a process where you seek support from a trained counsellor on any issue that is of concern to you. The role of the counsellor is to create a safe space for you where you can open and…
Why We Need to Address Stigma
Stigma is the barrier which prevents us from embracing our mental health. It is a form of prejudice which creates fear. It is a result of misinformation. Each one us should reflect on where we have gained this knowledge from…
What Do we mean by Mental Health? Tamil Video
About the author: Anne Sureshkumar holds masters degrees in social work and philosophy: guidance and counselling, and is a registered social worker. Raised in Zambia and Nigeria, she has lived largely in the south of India, before moving to Canada. …