Watch Me Rise: Addressing Stigma Around Mental Health... - October Health

6 days from now 2024-11-17 10:00

Watch Me Rise: Addressing Stigma Around Mental Health Disclosure

In this session, "Watch Me Rise: Addressing Stigma Around Mental Health Disclosure," we will delve into the challenges individuals face due to mental health stigma, particularly when discussing their struggles in personal or professional contexts. Our discussion will include examining how stigma impacts those with mental illness and the implications, both positive and negative, of disclosing mental health conditions to employers, family, and friends. Zola Chonco, a Social Worker and Founder of Bridging the Gap Holistic Services, will lead the session. With expertise as a speaker, facilitator, and mental health advocate, she emphasizes creating safe environments for clients to address their past experiences and navigate challenging conversations for healing. Remember, the content provided here offers educational and supportive insights but should not substitute professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It is crucial to seek help from qualified professionals without hesitation, regardless of the information provided through this platform.

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Hosted By
Zola Chonco
Host Rating
91.00
Location(s)
South Africa
United States of America

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What will we cover?

Understanding mental health stigma in personal and professional contexts.
This session will provide valuable insights on how mental health stigma impacts individuals when discussing their struggles in personal and professional settings, helping participants understand the importance of addressing and overcoming stigma for their well-being.
Exploring implications of disclosing mental health conditions to others.
This session helps individuals explore the potential impact of disclosing their mental health conditions to others, providing insights on navigating stigma and fostering understanding in personal and professional relationships.
Learning from a mental health professional's expertise and experiences.
This session helps by providing valuable insights and guidance on navigating mental health stigma and disclosure, through the expertise and experiences shared by a mental health professional.
Creating safe spaces for healing and navigating challenging conversations.
This session helps by providing insights and support to create safe environments for addressing past experiences and navigating difficult conversations for healing.

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