Posted on Apr 20, 2016
Is the mental health stigma still alive and well in 2016?
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Recent events have shown me that it is still. I have seen that this question has been asked in the past, but I think this issue is one that should always be at the forefront until the stigma is gone
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Yes. There is no way anyone in the military wants to work with someone who is considered to be in need of mental help. They can encourage you to seek help all they want, but the moment you do, they want you to disappear and become someone else's problem.
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YES. I really hate myself because I do have mental health issues and I feel ashamed for having to admit I do to anyone else. I would rather stay home and hide instead of explain my actions at times.
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I feel for you. Just remember that there is plenty of help for you out there.
I don't think you would have much explaining to do hanging out with other retirees and veterans. Most of us have actions we'd rather not have to explain.
I don't think you would have much explaining to do hanging out with other retirees and veterans. Most of us have actions we'd rather not have to explain.
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As a leader, I find it difficult to look a soldier in the eye and tell them that there will be no ill effects from them seeking help for behavioral issues. Once this is on the record it follows them for the rest of their career.
I want all soldiers to get the help they need, but the services need to realize that we will have SM who have these issues. These Soldiers can be fully functional and should not be discarded.
I want all soldiers to get the help they need, but the services need to realize that we will have SM who have these issues. These Soldiers can be fully functional and should not be discarded.
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