There seems to be a pretty big stigma around taking medication for your mental health. So, we asked a few people to open up about the role medication plays in their lives.
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For many people, even talking about taking medication seems to be taboo.
And whenever they mention it, they notice a shift in the room.
For some, their struggle is not recognized as an actual problem in their community...
...Which can make taking care of themselves even more difficult.
There are so many assumptions about people who take medication.
When in reality, medication is only part of the treatment.
So, try to think of treatment for mental health as you would think of treatment for physical health...
...And remember, there's no weakness in seeking help.
