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How People Treat Mental Illness Vs. How They Treat Physical Illness

Just because you can't see the pain, doesn't mean it doesn't exist.

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Kirsten King
by Kirsten King

BuzzFeed Staff

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Haejin Park
by Haejin Park

BuzzFeed Staff

1. Physical Illness:

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Mental Illness:

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2. Physical Illness:

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Mental Illness:

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3. Physical Illness:

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Mental Illness:

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4. Physical Illness:

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Mental Illness:

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5. Physical Illness:

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Mental Illness:

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6. Physical Illness:

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Mental Illness:

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7. Physical Illness:

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Mental Illness:

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Remember, everyone experiences mental illness differently, and the way we talk about it can have a significant effect on someone's well-being. Be kind and empathetic, regardless of a person's diagnosis.