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"Maternal mental health is just so important" This video is here to shed light on the real, unfiltered experiences that so many parents go through. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or just not yourself, you’re not alone. Postnatal depression and anxiety can affect anyone, and it’s okay to reach out for support. At House of Light, we’re here to offer understanding, guidance, and a safe space to talk. Let’s continue to break down the stigma together, one story at a time. 💛 #PostnatalDepression #NewParentSupport #HouseOfLight #MentalHealthMatters

Samaritans recent poll has revealed that while 74% of people are comfortable talking with family and friends about mental health and wellbeing, only 45% are comfortable talking about suicidal thoughts, indicating that a stigma still exists around the more severe aspects of mental health. Samaritans suggest that discomfort in discussing suicide could be contributing to a lack of awareness and understanding. With as many as 1 in 5 people experiencing suicidal thoughts, it's time we change the narrative. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/e45p6wkW #SuicideAwareness #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealth

Though we’ve made huge strides in recent years, mental health is still shrouded in stigma. This is especially true for men, who, on average, are more likely than women to hide their emotions and less likely to see a doctor for mental distress than they are for physical symptoms. Stigma is the main reason men do not reach out for help when they need it. This Men’s Health Week, let’s prioritize men’s mental health by checking in on the men in your life, listening to how they are feeling and encouraging them to seek professional help if needed. Together, let’s break the stigma surrounding mental health. #TeamCVS

Though we’ve made huge strides in recent years, mental health is still shrouded in stigma. This is especially true for men, who, on average, are more likely than women to hide their emotions and less likely to see a doctor for mental distress than they are for physical symptoms. Stigma is the main reason men do not reach out for help when they need it. This Men’s Health Week, let’s prioritize men’s mental health by checking in on the men in your life, listening to how they are feeling and encouraging them to seek professional help if needed. Together, let’s break the stigma surrounding mental health. #TeamCVS

Though we’ve made huge strides in recent years, mental health is still shrouded in stigma. This is especially true for men, who, on average, are more likely than women to hide their emotions and less likely to see a doctor for mental distress than they are for physical symptoms. Stigma is the main reason men do not reach out for help when they need it. This Men’s Health Week, let’s prioritize men’s mental health by checking in on the men in your life, listening to how they are feeling and encouraging them to seek professional help if needed. Together, let’s break the stigma surrounding mental health. #TeamCVS

Though we’ve made huge strides in recent years, mental health is still shrouded in stigma. This is especially true for men, who, on average, are more likely than women to hide their emotions and less likely to see a doctor for mental distress than they are for physical symptoms. Stigma is the main reason men do not reach out for help when they need it. This Men’s Health Week, let’s prioritize men’s mental health by checking in on the men in your life, listening to how they are feeling and encouraging them to seek professional help if needed. Together, let’s break the stigma surrounding mental health. #TeamCVS

Though we’ve made huge strides in recent years, mental health is still shrouded in stigma. This is especially true for men, who, on average, are more likely than women to hide their emotions and less likely to see a doctor for mental distress than they are for physical symptoms. Stigma is the main reason men do not reach out for help when they need it. This Men’s Health Week, let’s prioritize men’s mental health by checking in on the men in your life, listening to how they are feeling and encouraging them to seek professional help if needed. Together, let’s break the stigma surrounding mental health. #TeamCVS

Though we’ve made huge strides in recent years, mental health is still shrouded in stigma. This is especially true for men, who, on average, are more likely than women to hide their emotions and less likely to see a doctor for mental distress than they are for physical symptoms. Stigma is the main reason men do not reach out for help when they need it. This Men’s Health Week, let’s prioritize men’s mental health by checking in on the men in your life, listening to how they are feeling and encouraging them to seek professional help if needed. Together, let’s break the stigma surrounding mental health. #TeamCVS

Though we’ve made huge strides in recent years, mental health is still shrouded in stigma. This is especially true for men, who, on average, are more likely than women to hide their emotions and less likely to see a doctor for mental distress than they are for physical symptoms. Stigma is the main reason men do not reach out for help when they need it. This Men’s Health Week, let’s prioritize men’s mental health by checking in on the men in your life, listening to how they are feeling and encouraging them to seek professional help if needed. Together, let’s break the stigma surrounding mental health. #TeamCVS

Though we’ve made huge strides in recent years, mental health is still shrouded in stigma. This is especially true for men, who, on average, are more likely than women to hide their emotions and less likely to see a doctor for mental distress than they are for physical symptoms. Stigma is the main reason men do not reach out for help when they need it. This Men’s Health Week, let’s prioritize men’s mental health by checking in on the men in your life, listening to how they are feeling and encouraging them to seek professional help if needed. Together, let’s break the stigma surrounding mental health. #TeamCVS