NOTMYFAULT is a student-designed anti-stigma mental health social awareness campaign that takes a stance against stigmatization of mental illness and educates people about the harmful effects of shaming people with mental illnesses. This campaign aims to spread awareness using Facebook, Instagram, and Vimeo by creating and publishing 10 documentary interview videos that present the struggles and experiences of people with mental illness; it also creates social media content that inspires and educates high-school students, college students, and the public about mental illness.
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Documentary Interviews
Ian explains his past and current emotions, thoughts about himself, and why he does not prefer to talk about his feelings.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the total estimated number of people living with anxiety disorders in the world is 264 million. This total for 2015 reflects a 14.9% increase since 2005, as a result of population growth and aging.
Let's keep talking about mental health.
Stop the Stigma.
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Jayne talks about her rough childhood experiences with people, depression, and other mental issues and how she is continuing to overcome her issues and fight against the stigma.
According to a study of more than 1,300 adults led by Brett Ford, an assistant professor of psychology at the University of Toronto in Canada, researchers found that people who regularly try to resist negative emotions may be more likely to experience symptoms of mood disorders months later, compared with subjects who accept such emotions.
Let's keep talking about mental health.
Stop the Stigma.
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Evelyn shares her views on what depression is and what it feels like to have it.
According to World Health Organization (WHO), around 450 million people currently suffer from mental disorders, placing among the leading causes of ill-health and disability worldwide. Treatments are available, but nearly two-thirds of people with a known mental disorder never seek help from a health professional. Stigma, discrimination and neglect prevent care and treatment from reaching people with mental disorders.
Stop the Stigma.
Follow NOTMYFAULT on Instagram: https://instagram.com/notmyfaultny
Like NOTMYFAULT on Facebook: https://facebook.com/notmyfaultny/
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