Tag: Mental Illness
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What you need to know about Self-Injury Awareness Day
March 1, 2025 is Self-Injury Awareness Day, a day that mental health organizations around the world have dedicated to breaking the stigma surrounding self-harm and promoting prevention strategies. Why does this matter? Self-harm affects millions around the world. Recent studies suggest that around 17% of adolescents aged 10 to 19 have engaged in self-injury (Denton…
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You need to know the truth behind men’s mental health.
As Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month (June) comes to a close, there are five shocking truths that you need to know about men’s mental health. It is important that we remember these truths as we interact with the men in our lives, so that we can better support them with the struggles they will encounter…
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Why we need to talk about Men’s Mental Health Now!
As we celebrate Men’s Mental Health Month, it is important to acknowledge that men’s mental health is often overlooked. While society has made significant strides in acknowledging and addressing mental health issues, the unique challenges faced by men still require focused attention. Addressing the specific needs that men face is essential for creating a healthier,…
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What is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month?
Men’s Mental Health Month is observed in June each year to raise awareness about the mental health challenges and issues that specifically affect men. This month-long campaign focuses on encouraging men to talk about their mental health, seek help when needed, and break the stigma surrounding mental health issues. Activities and initiatives during this month…
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How does the ICD-10 define Depression? Signs you need to know!
While most people are aware of the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders), there exists another tool that practitioners use for diagnosis. That tool is the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10), which provides criteria for diagnosing depression under its section for mental and behavioral disorders. Here are the key criteria for…