County urged to end stigma
‘see me’ – Scotland’s national campaign to end the stigma and discrimination of mental ill-health – is calling on people in East Lothian to support each other in the year ahead by tackling stigma head-on.
With nearly two thirds - 61 per cent - of the population in touch with someone with experience of mental ill-health and a sizeable number - 40 per cent - of Scots admitting they would find it hard or are unsure on how to discuss or talk about the issue, the campaign is urging people in the county to talk openly and honestly about mental ill-health issues in 2013.
For those living with mental health problems, the attitudes and reactions of family, friends and workmates can have a big impact on how they feel. And, with one in four Scots affected by mental ill-health at some point in their lives ‘see me’ wants to encourage people to think about existing attitudes in the New Year and how they can better support those around them.
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