Tag: stigma

  • Response from Knott’s Berry Farm

    Response from Knott’s Berry Farm

    I received a response from both Knott’s Berry Farm and the maker of the virtual reality game they are showcasing this Halloween.

  • Four Reasons Why Fighting Stigma Is Important

    Four Reasons Why Fighting Stigma Is Important

    There is some sentiment among advocates for persons with serious mental illnesses like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder that movements like Mental Health Awareness Month and fighting stigma is a waste of resources because it doesn’t help get treatment and resources to the most severely mentally ill. I disagree. I think awareness and stigma fighting are…

  • A Parent’s Perspective – Elizabeth Loan

    A Parent’s Perspective – Elizabeth Loan

    Years ago I worked for a school who only served kids with moderate to severe disabilities, primarily Autism. Part of our training was a series of lectures from other health professionals, support service agencies and other assorted individuals who worked in the field. One of the trainings was titled, “A Parent’s Perspective.” It consisted of…