Posted on Sep 30, 2015

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

Haejin Park

BuzzFeed Staff

1. Physical Illness:

Mental Illness:

2. Physical Illness:

Mental Illness:

3. Physical Illness:

Mental Illness:

4. Physical Illness:

Mental Illness:

5. Physical Illness:

Mental Illness:

6. Physical Illness:

Mental Illness:

7. Physical Illness:

Mental Illness:

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.

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