Showing posts with label consequences. Show all posts
Showing posts with label consequences. Show all posts

Sunday, December 12, 2010

Mental Health in China

How does mental health in China compare to mental health for Chinese Americans? A recently disturbing article highlights how stigma can prevent individuals from getting proper care for mental disorders. In the link below, one will see how manageable mental illnesses can impact society if left untreated.

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/11/11/world/asia/11psych.html?_r=1&emc=eta1

What are your thoughts about consequences of untreated mental illnesses? Barriers to treatment due to lack of knowledge, lack of resources, or stigma can end up negatively affecting our communities.