Invisible Illness and Mental Health Stigma

When you think of someone who is ill, what do you picture? You might think of someone who is coughing, sneezing or feverish. They might have a greenish hue or flushed appearance; a stuffy nose…or they may use a mobility aid, such as a wheelchair or cane. In reality, however. this picture only encompasses one…

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Seeing Invisible Illness

“But, you look great!” Although it may feel nice to have someone tell you that you are “looking great” or “have never looked better”, if you feel terrible inside the compliment does not carry much weight. Unfortunately, or maybe, fortunately, depending on your outlook, not all illnesses show their symptoms on the skin. Those are…

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