A couple of news items you may be interested in which thought i would put on the blogs for information
Dave Woodward
Films aim to tackle stigma of mental illness
10th August 2009 Mental Health Foundation
Two films that aim to tackle the stigma surrounding mental health have been launched today. Time to Change, a mental health anti-stigma campaign, is launching the films to coincide with a YouGov poll that reveals more than a third (34%) of the public believe people diagnosed with schizophrenia are likely to be violent.
Full Press Release
http://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/information/news/?entryid17=74398
Six out of 10 suffer in silence with mental illness
10th August 2009 - Mental Health Foundation
More than six out of ten people with a mental illness will suffer in silence for at least a year before seeking help, it emerged today.
A new study showed almost a half of all patients will not discuss their condition with friends, while a fifth believe there is still a stigma attached to their illness.
The survey by St Patrick's University Hospital also showed more than half of all people felt afraid when diagnosed.
Some 37% were also ashamed and 29% embarrassed.
Paul Gilligan, chief executive of the mental health service provider in Dublin, said there are still many obstacles preventing sufferers from mental health problems from accessing appropriate care and treatment.
Full Press Release
http://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/information/news/?entryid17=74383
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