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Reducing stigma by showing that #WhatMakesUs is not defined by a mental health condition.

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@eddiesaunsoci Thank you for being a mental health ally in your community!

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If someone had a sprained ankle or a fever, we wouldn't expect them to just "power through." Mental health conditions are as real as any physical condition, but we don't usually treat them the same way. Remind your loved ones to take care of themselves mentally.

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If you wouldn't judge someone for having diabetes, don't judge them for having depression. If you don't think asthma is something to be embarrassed about, don't think anxiety is, either. Mental health conditions are real medical conditions that can be treated and managed.

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More than half of adults with mental health conditions avoid treatment, many due to fear — especially the fear of what their friends and family will think. Getting people treatment starts with getting rid of this fear, one person at a time.

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Mental health conditions are real and very common — and just like physical conditions, mental health conditions can get better with treatment and support. It's time we think of mental health as just health.

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@TAYLOR22RAE has found a support system in family and friends. Read more about how their unconditional love has helped on her journey to loving her mind, body, and soul.

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We may not be able to see mental health conditions like we can see a broken bone or a sore throat, but that doesn't make them any less real. No matter what you see on the outside, you can always be a good ally by leading with kindness.

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No one is an island. Our shared experiences, triumphs, and challenges connect us. We need to talk more openly about mental health and erase the stigma to remind ourselves just how normal and common our feelings are.

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We all practice gratitude in some form, whether it’s thanking a loved one for being there through difficult moments or regular journaling. However you practice it, gratitude builds community and promotes your own happiness.

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When you have a #MentalHealth condition like anxiety or depression, so-called "easy" tasks can be a challenge. Judgment-free support from loved ones has a significant impact on people with these conditions, so keep on calling, texting, and showing up to help. #WhatMakesUs

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When's the last time you asked someone how they were and they responded with anything other than "fine"? Feeling fine is valid, but so is feeling sad, anxious, or any other emotion. Listening to how people are doing takes effort, but it's worth it. #WhatMakesUs #MentalHealth

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John's story isn't about depression or bipolar disorder. His story, just like anyone else's, is about so much more than a mental health condition – it's about resilience, community support, and empathy.

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When someone has an injury, they get help. But when someone has a #MentalHealth condition, they're seen as "different," which may prevent them from even getting treatment. Mental health is health, and everyone deserves encouragement for taking care of it. #WhatMakesUs

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One in two people will have a mental health condition in their lifetime, but having one is still seen as "different." People are different for many reasons — favorite foods, hobbies, and talents — but having a mental health condition is never a reason.

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Even the most successful people can have depression, an eating disorder, or any other mental health condition. Regardless of how “perfect” someone’s life may seem from the outside, everyone deserves kindness — especially amid the chaos in the world.

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Andre has pursued a career in higher education and found passions like art, and Andre also lives with bipolar disorder. Hear Andre's story about self-care and why we need to end the idea of "normal."

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No one is congratulated for ignoring a broken bone or high blood pressure. Mental health conditions are just as real as any physical condition, but stigma prevents people from getting the help they need to feel better — which hurts overall well-being.

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Mental health should be part of our everyday conversations because it affects us every day. No one benefits from stigma, but everyone benefits from being able to speak openly with friends, family, and peers about how they’re feeling.

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